December weather forecast
Simpsonville, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As Simpsonville enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) of November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Simpsonville, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Simpsonville, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Simpsonville, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Simpsonville, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Simpsonville, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Simpsonville have in December?

In Simpsonville, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Simpsonville, MD

Average temperature in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average pressure in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average humidity in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average UV index in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Simpsonville, 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
Simpsonville, MD

Average visibility in December - Simpsonville, 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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