December weather forecast
Ridgeway, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ridgeway, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Ridgeway's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Ridgeway records an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ridgeway, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Ridgeway, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ridgeway is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Ridgeway, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Ridgeway in December has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ridgeway, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ridgeway, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeway, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°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 (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average pressure in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, MD

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeway, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average UV index in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, MD

Average visibility in December - Ridgeway, 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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