December weather forecast
West Kennebunk, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Kennebunk, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). During December, West Kennebunk records an average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In West Kennebunk, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Kennebunk, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in West Kennebunk.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Kennebunk are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Kennebunk?

West Kennebunk in December has an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Kennebunk?

In December, the average relative humidity in West Kennebunk is 80%.

How much does it rain in West Kennebunk in December?

In West Kennebunk, Maine, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in West Kennebunk?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in West Kennebunk in December?

In West Kennebunk, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Kennebunk?

The month with the shortest days in West Kennebunk is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Kennebunk have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Kennebunk is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Kennebunk?

On the first day of December in West Kennebunk, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Kennebunk?

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in West Kennebunk, Maine.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Kennebunk?

The average sunshine duration in December in West Kennebunk, Maine, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Kennebunk?

The months with the lowest UV index in West Kennebunk are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Kennebunk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Kennebunk is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average temperature in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average pressure in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average humidity in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall days in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average UV index in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
West Kennebunk, ME

Average visibility in December - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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