December weather forecast
West Paris, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in West Paris, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a still freezing cold 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Paris, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Paris are January through May, October through December. In December, in West Paris, Maine, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.1 snowfall days, and 47.64" (1210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, in West Paris, Maine, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in West Paris is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Paris, Maine. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Paris?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Paris, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Paris?

The average relative humidity in December in West Paris is 82%.

How much does it rain in West Paris in December?

In West Paris, Maine, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Paris?

In West Paris, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in West Paris, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Paris?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Paris, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Paris have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Paris, Maine, is 4.6h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Paris, Maine.

How high is the UV index in December in West Paris?

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

Average temperature in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Paris, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Paris, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Paris, ME

Average humidity in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Paris, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Paris, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 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 Paris, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Paris, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
West Paris, ME

Average visibility in December - West Paris, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, August and September (4mi).

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