December weather forecast
Hampden Highlands, ME

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hampden Highlands, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) is witnessed in Hampden Highlands, Maine, during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hampden Highlands is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hampden Highlands, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hampden Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hampden Highlands are January through May, October through December. In Hampden Highlands, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hampden Highlands, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hampden Highlands, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hampden Highlands?

During December, Hampden Highlands experiences an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hampden Highlands?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Hampden Highlands in December?

In Hampden Highlands, Maine, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hampden Highlands in December?

In Hampden Highlands, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hampden Highlands?

The month with the shortest days in Hampden Highlands, Maine, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hampden Highlands?

In Hampden Highlands, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hampden Highlands?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hampden Highlands, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampden Highlands have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hampden Highlands?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hampden Highlands?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hampden Highlands, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average temperature in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average pressure in December - Hampden Highlands, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average wind speed in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average humidity in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average rainfall in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average snowfall in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hampden Highlands, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average UV index in December - Hampden Highlands, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average visibility in December - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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