December weather forecast
West Southport, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Southport, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). The nights of December in West Southport cool down to an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Southport, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Southport, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Southport is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Southport are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Southport?

During December, West Southport experiences an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Southport?

In West Southport, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in West Southport?

The months with the most rainfall in West Southport, Maine, are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in West Southport?

In West Southport, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In West Southport, Maine, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Southport?

In West Southport, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Southport?

On the first day of December in West Southport, Maine, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:11 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in West Southport?

The months with the least sunshine in West Southport, Maine, are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Southport?

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West Southport, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Southport, ME

Average temperature in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Southport, ME

Average pressure in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Southport, ME

Average wind speed in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Southport, ME

Average humidity in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Southport, ME

Average rainfall in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Southport, ME

Average rainfall days in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Southport, ME

Average snowfall in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Southport, ME

Average snowfall days in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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 Southport, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Southport, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Southport, ME

Average sunshine days in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Southport, ME

Average UV index in December - West Southport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Southport, ME

Average cloud cover in December - West Southport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
West Southport, ME

Average visibility in December - West Southport, 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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