December weather forecast
Dayton, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dayton, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Dayton records an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dayton, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dayton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in December?

In Dayton, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dayton, 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, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, MD

Average temperature in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Dayton, MD

Average pressure in December - Dayton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dayton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Dayton, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dayton, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dayton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Dayton, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Dayton, MD

Average UV index in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Dayton, MD

Average visibility in December - Dayton, 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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