December weather forecast
Snow Hill, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Snow Hill, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

Snow Hill experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Snow Hill reports a steady low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

In Snow Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Snow Hill, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Snow Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.3 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.3 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Snow Hill, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Snow Hill, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Snow Hill is 77%.

How much does it rain in Snow Hill in December?

In Snow Hill, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Snow Hill, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Snow Hill, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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

Average temperature in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average pressure in December - Snow Hill, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average wind speed in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average humidity in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average rainfall in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average snowfall in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 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
Snow Hill, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average UV index in December - Snow Hill, 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
Snow Hill, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Snow Hill, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Snow Hill, MD

Average visibility in December - Snow Hill, 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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