December weather forecast
Raintree, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Raintree, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Raintree, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Raintree, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Raintree, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Raintree, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Raintree, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Raintree, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raintree?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Raintree have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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
Raintree, MD

Average temperature in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Raintree, MD

Average pressure in December - Raintree, 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
Raintree, MD

Average wind speed in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Raintree, MD

Average humidity in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Raintree, MD

Average rainfall in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Raintree, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Raintree, MD

Average snowfall in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Raintree, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Raintree, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raintree, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Raintree, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Raintree, MD

Average UV index in December - Raintree, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Raintree, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Raintree, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

Average visibility in December
Raintree, MD

Average visibility in December - Raintree, 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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