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 sea temperature 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
December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
In Saint Michaels, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Michaels, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saint Michaels, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.8 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).Note: It is life-risking to swim in 51.6°F (10.9°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in December?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the ocean temperature in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
What is the average length of the day in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does Saint Michaels have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in December?
Average temperature in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in December
Saint Michaels, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average sea temperature in December: 51.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Michaels, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Saint Michaels, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Saint Michaels, 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 Michaels, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Saint Michaels, 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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