Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) to Chester.Humidity
In Chester, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In December, in Chester, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Chester. In Chester, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Chester, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C).Note: In 51.6°F (10.9°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
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 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Chester, Maryland, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Chester?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
How much does it snow in December?
What is the water temperature in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Chester have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Chester, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Chester, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Chester, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Chester, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Chester, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Chester, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chester, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chester, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Chester, MD
- Average sea temperature in December: 51.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chester, 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
Chester, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Chester, 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
Chester, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Chester, 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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