December weather forecast
Girdletree, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Girdletree, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Girdletree sees an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Girdletree, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Girdletree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.3 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Girdletree, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Girdletree, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.3 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these 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 Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Girdletree in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Girdletree, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Girdletree, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Girdletree, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Girdletree, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Girdletree?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in December
Girdletree, MD

Average temperature in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Girdletree, MD

Average pressure in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Girdletree, MD

Average wind speed in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Girdletree, MD

Average humidity in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Girdletree, MD

Average rainfall in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Girdletree, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Girdletree, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Girdletree, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Girdletree, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Girdletree, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Girdletree, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Girdletree, MD

Average UV index in December - Girdletree, 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
Girdletree, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Girdletree, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Girdletree, MD

Average visibility in December - Girdletree, 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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