December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Claiborne, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Claiborne. In Claiborne, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Claiborne, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.8 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

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

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Claiborne in December?

Claiborne in December has an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Claiborne, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Claiborne, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Claiborne?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Claiborne, 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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Claiborne, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Claiborne, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Claiborne, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Claiborne, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Claiborne, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Claiborne, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claiborne, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Claiborne, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Claiborne, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Claiborne, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Claiborne, 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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