December weather forecast
Centennial Homestead, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Centennial Homestead, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Centennial Homestead's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Centennial Homestead, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Centennial Homestead, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Centennial Homestead, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Centennial Homestead?

In Centennial Homestead, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Centennial Homestead, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Centennial Homestead have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Centennial Homestead have in December?

In Centennial Homestead, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December in Centennial Homestead?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average temperature in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average pressure in December - Centennial Homestead, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average wind speed in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average humidity in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average rainfall in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average snowfall in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Centennial Homestead, 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
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average UV index in December - Centennial Homestead, 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
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Centennial Homestead, MD

Average visibility in December - Centennial Homestead, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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