December weather forecast
Point of Rocks, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Point of Rocks, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Point of Rocks, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Point of Rocks, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Point of Rocks, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Point of Rocks, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.6 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Point of Rocks. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Point of Rocks, Maryland, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Point of Rocks, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Point of Rocks?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Point of Rocks, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average temperature in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average pressure in December - Point of Rocks, 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
Point of Rocks, MD

Average wind speed in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average humidity in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average rainfall in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average snowfall in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Point of Rocks, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average UV index in December - Point of Rocks, 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
Point of Rocks, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Point of Rocks, MD

Average visibility in December - Point of Rocks, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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