December weather forecast
Cavetown, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cavetown, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Cavetown observes an average nighttime temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cavetown, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Cavetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cavetown, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cavetown, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cavetown have in December?

In Cavetown, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cavetown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Cavetown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cavetown, MD

Average temperature in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Cavetown, MD

Average pressure in December - Cavetown, 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
Cavetown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cavetown, MD

Average humidity in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cavetown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Cavetown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cavetown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cavetown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Cavetown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cavetown, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cavetown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Cavetown, MD

Average UV index in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cavetown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Cavetown, MD

Average visibility in December - Cavetown, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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