December weather forecast
Rockwood Beach, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockwood Beach, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

As Rockwood Beach enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) of November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Rockwood Beach anticipates an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockwood Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rockwood Beach, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Rockwood Beach, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day 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 7:06 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average pressure in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average humidity in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rockwood 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 January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rockwood 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockwood 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average UV index in December - Rockwood 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rockwood 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
Rockwood Beach, MD

Average visibility in December - Rockwood 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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