December weather forecast
Old Town, ME

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in December

December in Old Town ushers in the full-fledged winter with temperatures dropping to an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C). With an average snowfall of 6.61" (168mm), the city is blanketed in a fresh coat of white, making it a winter wonderland. The holiday season is in full swing, with lighted decorations covering houses, and the scent of baking and pine needles filling the air.

Temperature

Old Town's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Old Town, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Old Town in December has an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Old Town, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Old Town, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

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 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Old Town, ME

Average temperature in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Town, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Old Town, ME

Average wind speed in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Town, ME

Average humidity in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Town, ME

Average rainfall in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Town, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Town, ME

Average snowfall in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Town, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Town, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Town, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Town, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Town, ME

Average UV index in December - Old Town, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Old Town, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Old Town, ME

Average visibility in December - Old Town, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

Old Town, Maine, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location