December weather forecast
Mount Aetna, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mount Aetna, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). During December, Mount Aetna experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Aetna, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Aetna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Aetna, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Mount Aetna, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 14.29" (363mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Aetna, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 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 in Mount Aetna?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mount Aetna, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Aetna, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Aetna?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Aetna?

In December, the average day length in Mount Aetna is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average temperature in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°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: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average pressure in December - Mount Aetna, 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
Mount Aetna, MD

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

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

Average humidity in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average humidity in December - Mount Aetna, 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
Mount Aetna, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Aetna, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average UV index in December - Mount Aetna, 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
Mount Aetna, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Aetna, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Mount Aetna, MD

Average visibility in December - Mount Aetna, 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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