December weather forecast
Sharptown, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sharptown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

As Sharptown enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) of November to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a cold 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sharptown is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sharptown, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.8 rainfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sharptown, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Sharptown, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sharptown, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Sharptown, in December, the average high-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sharptown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sharptown, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sharptown, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sharptown have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sharptown is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sharptown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharptown have in December?

In Sharptown, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sharptown, MD

Average temperature in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sharptown, MD

Average pressure in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sharptown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sharptown, MD

Average humidity in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sharptown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Sharptown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sharptown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sharptown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 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
Sharptown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharptown, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sharptown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sharptown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sharptown, MD

Average UV index in December - Sharptown, 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
Sharptown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Sharptown, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Sharptown, MD

Average visibility in December - Sharptown, 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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