December weather forecast
McDaniel, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in McDaniel, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). McDaniel, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In McDaniel, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in McDaniel, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In McDaniel, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.8 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in McDaniel, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in McDaniel, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In McDaniel, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does McDaniel have in December?

In McDaniel, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in McDaniel.

How many hours of sunshine does McDaniel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index reading in December in McDaniel?

In McDaniel, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
McDaniel, MD

Average temperature in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

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
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Average rainfall days in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
McDaniel, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McDaniel, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - McDaniel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - McDaniel, 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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