Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December, Ridgeways records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Ridgeways, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ridgeways, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeways, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Ridgeways, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).
Average pressure in December
Ridgeways, 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
Ridgeways, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 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
Ridgeways, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Ridgeways, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Ridgeways, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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