December weather forecast
Benedict, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Benedict, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Benedict, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benedict, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Benedict, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.6 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January and 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Benedict, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Benedict, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benedict have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Benedict, MD

Average temperature in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Benedict, MD

Average pressure in December - Benedict, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Benedict, MD

Average wind speed in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Benedict, MD

Average humidity in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Benedict, MD

Average rainfall in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Benedict, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Benedict, MD

Average snowfall in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Benedict, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Benedict, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Benedict, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Benedict, MD

Average UV index in December - Benedict, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Benedict, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Benedict, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Benedict, MD

Average visibility in December - Benedict, 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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