December weather forecast
Rockcrest, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rockcrest, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). The low-temperature averages to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockcrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Rockcrest are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Rockcrest?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rockcrest, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rockcrest, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Rockcrest have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rockcrest.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockcrest have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December in Rockcrest?

In Rockcrest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average temperature in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average pressure in December - Rockcrest, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
Rockcrest, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockcrest, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Rockcrest, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Rockcrest, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rockcrest, MD

Average visibility in December - Rockcrest, 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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