December weather forecast
Piney Point, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Piney Point, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Piney Point's average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Piney Point, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Piney Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.5 days and collects up to 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Piney Point, in December, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Piney Point?

In Piney Point, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Piney Point, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Piney Point?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Piney Point have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Piney Point?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Piney Point, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Piney Point, MD

Average temperature in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Piney Point, MD

Average humidity in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Piney Point, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Piney Point, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Piney Point, MD

Average UV index in December - Piney Point, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Piney Point, MD

Average visibility in December - Piney Point, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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