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
With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).Humidity
In Shannon Forest, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Shannon Forest, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shannon Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shannon Forest, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shannon Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
January, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Shannon Forest?
How much does it rain in December?
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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 Shannon Forest have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in December?
Average temperature in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Shannon Forest, 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
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Shannon Forest, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Shannon Forest, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Shannon Forest, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Shannon Forest, 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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