December weather forecast
Chaptico, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Chaptico, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.6 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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

In Chaptico, Maryland, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chaptico?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Chaptico, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Chaptico, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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?

In Chaptico, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / 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 Chaptico have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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?

In Chaptico, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chaptico, MD

Average temperature in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average pressure in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average humidity in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average UV index in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chaptico, 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
Chaptico, MD

Average visibility in December - Chaptico, 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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