December weather forecast
Skipton, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Skipton, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Skipton observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Skipton, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Skipton, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Skipton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Skipton, is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°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 December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Skipton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Skipton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skipton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Skipton, MD

Average temperature in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Skipton, MD

Average pressure in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Skipton, MD

Average humidity in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Skipton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skipton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Skipton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 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
Skipton, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Skipton, MD

Average UV index in December - Skipton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Skipton, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average visibility in December - Skipton, 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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