December weather forecast
Hillsmere Shores, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hillsmere Shores, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is observed in Hillsmere Shores.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hillsmere Shores, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Hillsmere Shores, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Hillsmere Shores, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Hillsmere Shores, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 51.6°F (10.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hillsmere Shores, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hillsmere Shores in December?

The high-temperature during December is 46°F (7.8°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hillsmere Shores, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Hillsmere Shores, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C). Swimming in 51.6°F (10.9°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?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hillsmere Shores have in December?

In Hillsmere Shores, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsmere Shores have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hillsmere Shores?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average temperature in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

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

Average wind speed in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average wind speed in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average humidity in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average rainfall in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average snowfall in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 51.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsmere Shores, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average UV index in December - Hillsmere Shores, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsmere Shores, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Hillsmere Shores, MD

Average visibility in December - Hillsmere Shores, 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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