December weather forecast
Running Brook, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Running Brook, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Running Brook sees a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Running Brook, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Running Brook, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Running Brook, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Running Brook, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) 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 7:08 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

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Running Brook?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Running Brook, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Running Brook, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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 Running Brook have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 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 Running Brook have in December?

In Running Brook, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Running Brook?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Running Brook, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Running Brook, 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 and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Running Brook, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Running Brook, 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 - Running Brook, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Running Brook, 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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