December weather forecast
Smithbrooke, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithbrooke, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Smithbrooke's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Smithbrooke, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smithbrooke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Smithbrooke, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.97" (50mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Smithbrooke, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Smithbrooke, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Smithbrooke, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithbrooke have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average pressure in December - Smithbrooke, 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
Smithbrooke, MD

Average wind speed in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average humidity in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average rainfall in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average snowfall in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Smithbrooke, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithbrooke, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average UV index in December - Smithbrooke, 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
Smithbrooke, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Smithbrooke, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Smithbrooke, MD

Average visibility in December - Smithbrooke, 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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