December weather forecast
Eckhart Mines, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eckhart Mines, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Eckhart Mines, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Eckhart Mines, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Eckhart Mines, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Eckhart Mines, Maryland, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Eckhart Mines in December?

In Eckhart Mines, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Eckhart Mines in December?

In Eckhart Mines, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Eckhart Mines?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Eckhart Mines?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eckhart Mines have in December?

In Eckhart Mines, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Eckhart Mines, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eckhart Mines, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Eckhart Mines, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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