December weather forecast
Riviera Beach, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Riviera Beach, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Riviera Beach experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During December, Riviera Beach experiences an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Riviera Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Riviera Beach, Maryland, in December, the average water temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 50.7°F (10.4°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Riviera Beach is 5.2h.

UV index

January, 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Riviera Beach, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), 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 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Riviera Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 50.7°F (10.4°C). Swimming in 50.7°F (10.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riviera Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riviera Beach have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Riviera Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average pressure in December - Riviera Beach, 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
Riviera Beach, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average humidity in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average rainfall in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average snowfall in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

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
Riviera Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 50.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riviera Beach, 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
Riviera Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average UV index in December - Riviera Beach, 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
Riviera Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Riviera Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

Average visibility in December
Riviera Beach, MD

Average visibility in December - Riviera Beach, 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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