December weather forecast
Mariners, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Mariners, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). In Mariners, the December nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mariners, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mariners, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mariners is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Mariners, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mariners?

In Mariners, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mariners, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Mariners?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 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.

How many hours of daylight does Mariners have in December?

In Mariners, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mariners have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mariners, MD

Average temperature in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mariners, MD

Average pressure in December - Mariners, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mariners, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Mariners, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Mariners, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Mariners, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mariners, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mariners, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Mariners, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mariners, 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 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mariners, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mariners, MD

Average UV index in December - Mariners, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mariners, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mariners, 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
Mariners, MD

Average visibility in December - Mariners, 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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