December weather forecast
Presque Isle, ME

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Weather in December

The year culminates with December ushering in the full force of winter in Presque Isle. The city records temperatures varying from 13.6°F (-10.2°C) to 25.7°F (-3.5°C), mirroring the chill of January. Marked by increased snowfall activity over 16.9 days, December sets the tone for the white winter that's going to last for weeks. The city is adorned with festive decorations, and the snow-clad scenery adds to the holiday spirit. Despite the cold, Presque Isle shines brighter than ever in its winter cloak, celebrating the magical end of the year.

Temperature

Setting in of December in Presque Isle comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Presque Isle, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Presque Isle is 89%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Presque Isle. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Presque Isle, Maine, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated. In Presque Isle, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 69.17" (1757mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Presque Isle, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Presque Isle, Maine, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Presque Isle, Maine. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Presque Isle in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Presque Isle?

In Presque Isle, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

What is the wettest month in Presque Isle?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Presque Isle. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Presque Isle?

In Presque Isle, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Presque Isle?

In December, in Presque Isle, Maine, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Presque Isle?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Presque Isle have in December?

In Presque Isle, Maine, the average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Presque Isle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Presque Isle, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Presque Isle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Presque Isle is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Presque Isle?

The months with the lowest UV index in Presque Isle, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Presque Isle?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Presque Isle is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average temperature in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Presque Isle, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average wind speed in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average humidity in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average rainfall in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average snowfall in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 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
Presque Isle, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average UV index in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Presque Isle, ME

Average visibility in December - Presque Isle, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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