December weather forecast
Darlington, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Darlington, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Darlington, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150 rainfall days, and 29.49" (749mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Darlington, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Darlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.7 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Darlington, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Darlington, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Darlington, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Darlington, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Darlington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is 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?

In Darlington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Darlington, MD

Average temperature in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Darlington, MD

Average pressure in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Darlington, MD

Average wind speed in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Darlington, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Darlington, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Darlington, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Darlington, MD

Average snowfall in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Darlington, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Darlington, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Darlington, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Darlington, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Darlington, MD

Average UV index in December - Darlington, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Darlington, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Darlington, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Darlington, MD

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

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

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