December weather forecast
Chewsville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chewsville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout December, Chewsville encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In Chewsville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chewsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chewsville, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
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, in Chewsville, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chewsville are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. 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 estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chewsville, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Chewsville, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Chewsville, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Chewsville, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chewsville, MD

Average temperature in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Chewsville, MD

Average pressure in December - Chewsville, 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
Chewsville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Chewsville, MD

Average humidity in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Chewsville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Chewsville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chewsville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chewsville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Chewsville, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Chewsville, MD

Average UV index in December - Chewsville, 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
Chewsville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Chewsville, MD

Average visibility in December - Chewsville, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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