December weather forecast
Oakland, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakland, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

In Oakland, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Oakland in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oakland, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 35.2" (894mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oakland, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index in Oakland is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oakland, MD

Average temperature in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakland, MD

Average pressure in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakland, MD

Average wind speed in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakland, MD

Average humidity in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakland, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakland, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakland, MD

Average UV index in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Oakland, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Oakland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Oakland, MD

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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