December weather forecast
McAlpine, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in McAlpine, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). McAlpine experiences an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In McAlpine, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McAlpine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In McAlpine, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McAlpine, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in McAlpine?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McAlpine, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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?

In McAlpine, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McAlpine have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
McAlpine, MD

Average temperature in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
McAlpine, MD

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

Average wind speed in December
McAlpine, MD

Average wind speed in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
McAlpine, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
McAlpine, MD

Average rainfall in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
McAlpine, MD

Average rainfall days in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
McAlpine, MD

Average snowfall in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McAlpine, MD

Average snowfall days in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
McAlpine, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McAlpine, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
McAlpine, MD

Average sunshine days in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
McAlpine, MD

Average UV index in December - McAlpine, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
McAlpine, MD

Average cloud cover in December - McAlpine, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
McAlpine, MD

Average visibility in December - McAlpine, 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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