December weather forecast
Crisfield, MD

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Weather in December

December welcomes the full swing of winter in Crisfield, Maryland. The month is characterized by cold temperatures, the onset of snowfall, and minimal sunshine hours. December ends the year with the second-lowest sea temperature reading of 50.6°F (10.3°C). Festivities marking the holiday season lighten up the winter season's deepening gloom. The cold, frosty wind carries with it the joy of Christmas and the promise of a new year.

Temperature

In Crisfield, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). During the December nights, Crisfield's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Crisfield, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).
Note: Diving into 50.5°F (10.3°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Crisfield, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Crisfield in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Crisfield, is 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.9°F (4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°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 Crisfield, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Crisfield, the average seawater temperature in December is 50.5°F (10.3°C). Swimming in 50.5°F (10.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Crisfield is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Crisfield, MD

Average temperature in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Crisfield, MD

Average pressure in December - Crisfield, 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
Crisfield, MD

Average wind speed in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Crisfield, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Crisfield, MD

Average rainfall in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

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
Crisfield, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crisfield, MD

Average snowfall in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Crisfield, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Crisfield, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 50.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.5°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crisfield, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Crisfield, MD

Average UV index in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Crisfield, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Crisfield, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Crisfield, MD

Average visibility in December - Crisfield, 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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