December weather forecastMaine, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Maine, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C). Throughout December nights, Maine experiences a consistent temperature average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maine, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.3°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 (3.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Maine, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Maine, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in December
Maine, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Maine, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.39").
Average rainfall days in December
Maine, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Maine, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Maine, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maine, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maine, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Maine, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Maine, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Maine, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
