December weather forecast
Piney Ridge Village, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Piney Ridge Village, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.2°F (6.2°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Piney Ridge Village's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Piney Ridge Village, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Piney Ridge Village, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Piney Ridge Village are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Piney Ridge Village, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Piney Ridge Village, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Piney Ridge Village, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Piney Ridge Village, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piney Ridge Village?

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 Piney Ridge Village, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Piney Ridge Village?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Piney Ridge Village, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average temperature in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Piney Ridge Village, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average humidity in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average rainfall in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average snowfall in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 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
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piney Ridge Village, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Piney Ridge Village, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Piney Ridge Village, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Piney Ridge Village, MD

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

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

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