December weather forecast
MacDonald Farms, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in MacDonald Farms, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) from November's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). An average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In MacDonald Farms, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for MacDonald Farms in December?

In MacDonald Farms, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In MacDonald Farms, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does MacDonald Farms have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - MacDonald Farms, 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
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Average wind speed in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - MacDonald Farms, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - MacDonald Farms, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - MacDonald Farms, 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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