December weather forecast
Rawlings, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rawlings, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). Rawlings, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Rawlings, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rawlings, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 16.97" (431mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rawlings, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Rawlings?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rawlings, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rawlings, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rawlings have in December?

The average day length in December in Rawlings is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rawlings, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rawlings?

In Rawlings, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rawlings, MD

Average temperature in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rawlings, MD

Average pressure in December - Rawlings, 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
Rawlings, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rawlings, MD

Average humidity in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rawlings, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Rawlings, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rawlings, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rawlings, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rawlings, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rawlings, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rawlings, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rawlings, MD

Average UV index in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rawlings, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Rawlings, MD

Average visibility in December - Rawlings, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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