December weather forecast
Wells, ME

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Weather in December

December, which formally heralds the winter season in Wells, boasts a marked drop in temperatures. The sharp drop in temperatures is accompanied by a notable incline in snowfall, signaling the arrival of a winter wonderland. One of the noticeable changes that December wields is a sizeable increase in snowfall to 2.4" (61mm). Despite the reduction in daylight hours, the reflection of sunlight on a snow-covered landscape offers a beautiful spectacle. The increase in wind speed adds to the wintry sensation, and Wells starts resembling a magical winter landscape with the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities.

Temperature

In Wells, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Wells, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wells, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Wells. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wells, Maine, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Wells.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wells are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wells in December?

In Wells, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Wells?

The average relative humidity in December in Wells is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wells?

In Wells, Maine, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wells?

In Wells, Maine, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wells?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wells have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wells?

On the first day of December in Wells, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Wells?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wells have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wells?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wells?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wells is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wells, ME

Average temperature in December - Wells, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wells, ME

Average pressure in December - Wells, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wells, ME

Average wind speed in December - Wells, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wells, ME

Average humidity in December - Wells, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wells, ME

Average rainfall in December - Wells, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wells, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Wells, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wells, ME

Average snowfall in December - Wells, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wells, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Wells, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Wells, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wells, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Wells, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wells, ME

Average UV index in December - Wells, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wells, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Wells, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Wells, ME

Average visibility in December - Wells, ME
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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