December weather forecast
Ridgely, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ridgely, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During December, Ridgely sees a mean low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ridgely, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgely, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ridgely, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Ridgely, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Ridgely in December has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ridgely, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ridgely, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) 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 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Ridgely is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Ridgely, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ridgely, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

In Ridgely, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgely, MD

Average temperature in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgely, MD

Average pressure in December - Ridgely, 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
Ridgely, MD

Average wind speed in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgely, MD

Average humidity in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Ridgely, MD

Average rainfall in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgely, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgely, MD

Average snowfall in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

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
Ridgely, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
Ridgely, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgely, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgely, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgely, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgely, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ridgely, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgely, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Ridgely, MD

Average visibility in December - Ridgely, 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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