December weather forecast
Whitefield, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitefield, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average nighttime temperature in Whitefield lowers to a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Whitefield is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Whitefield are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whitefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Whitefield, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Whitefield, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Whitefield?

Whitefield in December has an average high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Whitefield?

In Whitefield, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Whitefield?

The month with the most rainfall in Whitefield, Maine, is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Whitefield?

In Whitefield, Maine, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Whitefield?

In Whitefield, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitefield?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Whitefield?

In Whitefield, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Whitefield?

On the first day of December in Whitefield, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitefield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Whitefield, Maine, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whitefield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Whitefield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitefield is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitefield, ME

Average temperature in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°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 (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Whitefield, ME

Average pressure in December - Whitefield, 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
Whitefield, ME

Average wind speed in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Whitefield, ME

Average humidity in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Whitefield, ME

Average rainfall in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Whitefield, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Whitefield, ME

Average snowfall in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Whitefield, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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
Whitefield, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitefield, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Whitefield, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Whitefield, ME

Average UV index in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Whitefield, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Whitefield, ME

Average visibility in December - Whitefield, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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