December weather forecast
Rockburn Commons, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockburn Commons, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Rockburn Commons's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rockburn Commons, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Rockburn Commons, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockburn Commons. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Rockburn Commons, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockburn Commons?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rockburn Commons, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rockburn Commons, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockburn Commons?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rockburn Commons have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 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 many hours of sunshine does Rockburn Commons have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rockburn Commons is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average temperature in December - Rockburn Commons, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average pressure in December - Rockburn Commons, 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
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average humidity in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockburn Commons, 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
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rockburn Commons, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average UV index in December - Rockburn Commons, 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
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rockburn Commons, 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
Rockburn Commons, MD

Average visibility in December - Rockburn Commons, 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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