December weather forecast
Middletown, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Middletown, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in Middletown's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Middletown reports an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Middletown, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Middletown, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Middletown, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Middletown, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Middletown?

In Middletown, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Middletown is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Middletown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Middletown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Middletown, MD

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

Average wind speed in December
Middletown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Middletown, MD

Average humidity in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Middletown, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Middletown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middletown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middletown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Middletown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middletown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Middletown, MD

Average UV index in December - Middletown, 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
Middletown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Middletown, MD

Average visibility in December - Middletown, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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