December weather forecast
Rhodesdale, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rhodesdale, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Rhodesdale, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rhodesdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rhodesdale, is 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rhodesdale, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rhodesdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, 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 Rhodesdale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average temperature in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average pressure in December - Rhodesdale, 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
Rhodesdale, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average humidity in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average UV index in December - Rhodesdale, 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
Rhodesdale, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rhodesdale, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

Average visibility in December
Rhodesdale, MD

Average visibility in December - Rhodesdale, 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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