December weather forecast
Antietam Overlook, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Antietam Overlook, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Antietam Overlook observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is noted.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Antietam Overlook, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Antietam Overlook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.4 snowfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Antietam Overlook experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Antietam Overlook, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Antietam Overlook, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Antietam Overlook?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average temperature in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average pressure in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average wind speed in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average humidity in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average rainfall in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average snowfall in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average UV index in December - Antietam Overlook, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Antietam Overlook, MD

Average visibility in December - Antietam Overlook, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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