December weather forecast
Saint Leonard, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Leonard, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During December, Saint Leonard sees a mean low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Saint Leonard, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Saint Leonard, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Saint Leonard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Saint Leonard, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Saint Leonard, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Leonard, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint Leonard is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Leonard, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Leonard?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average temperature in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average pressure in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average wind speed in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average humidity in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average snowfall in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average UV index in December - Saint Leonard, 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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average visibility in December - Saint Leonard, 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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