December weather forecast
Lee, ME

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lee, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In Lee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lee, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lee are January through May, October through December. In Lee, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Lee, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.6 days and aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lee during December are 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lee, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lee, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Lee, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lee have in December?

In Lee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lee, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lee, ME

Average pressure in December - Lee, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lee, ME

Average wind speed in December - Lee, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lee, ME

Average humidity in December - Lee, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lee, ME

Average rainfall in December - Lee, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Lee, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lee, ME

Average snowfall in December - Lee, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lee, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lee, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lee, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Lee, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lee, ME

Average UV index in December - Lee, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Lee, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Lee, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Lee, ME

Average visibility in December - Lee, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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