December weather forecast
Port Deposit, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Port Deposit, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Port Deposit's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Port Deposit, in December, experiences an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Port Deposit, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Port Deposit, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.9 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Port Deposit, Maryland, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Port Deposit, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Port Deposit, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Port Deposit have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Deposit have in December?

In Port Deposit, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average temperature in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average pressure in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average wind speed in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average humidity in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average rainfall in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average snowfall in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Port Deposit, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Deposit, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average UV index in December - Port Deposit, 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
Port Deposit, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Port Deposit, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Port Deposit, MD

Average visibility in December - Port Deposit, 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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