December weather forecast
Oldtown, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oldtown, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, Oldtown records an average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Oldtown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Oldtown, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oldtown, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oldtown is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oldtown, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oldtown in December?

In Oldtown, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oldtown?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Oldtown.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Oldtown, MD

Average temperature in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Oldtown, MD

Average pressure in December - Oldtown, 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
Oldtown, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oldtown, MD

Average humidity in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Oldtown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oldtown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Oldtown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oldtown, 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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Oldtown, MD

Average UV index in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oldtown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Oldtown, MD

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

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

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