Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Annapolis, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Annapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Annapolis, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 51.6°F (10.9°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Annapolis, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Annapolis, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average sea temperature in December: 51.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Annapolis, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Annapolis, MD
- 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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