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 shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). Rocky Forge's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Rocky Forge, Maryland, is 79%.Rainfall
In Rocky Forge, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Rocky Forge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Rocky Forge, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Rocky Forge, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Rocky Forge, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Rocky Forge, 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
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Rocky Forge, MD
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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