December weather forecast
Chapelgate, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chapelgate, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chapelgate, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chapelgate, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chapelgate, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Chapelgate, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chapelgate, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Chapelgate, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chapelgate, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chapelgate in December?

In Chapelgate, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chapelgate have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chapelgate have in December?

In Chapelgate, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chapelgate?

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average temperature in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average pressure in December - Chapelgate, 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
Chapelgate, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Chapelgate, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chapelgate, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chapelgate, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Chapelgate, MD

Average UV index in December - Chapelgate, 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
Chapelgate, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chapelgate, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

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
Chapelgate, MD

Average visibility in December - Chapelgate, 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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