December weather forecast
Mount Moriah, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Moriah, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Mount Moriah, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Moriah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Moriah, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Moriah, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°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 appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Mount Moriah, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Moriah have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Moriah?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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 Moriah, MD

Average temperature in December - Mount Moriah, 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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average pressure in December - Mount Moriah, 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 Moriah, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average humidity in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Mount Moriah, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Moriah, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Moriah, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average visibility in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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