December weather forecast
South Gate, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Gate, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, South Gate's nights cool down to an average of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Gate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Gate, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Gate?

In South Gate, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Gate?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Gate have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in South Gate?

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

How high is the UV index 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Gate, MD

Average temperature in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
South Gate, MD

Average pressure in December - South Gate, 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
South Gate, MD

Average wind speed in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Gate, MD

Average humidity in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
South Gate, MD

Average rainfall in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
South Gate, MD

Average rainfall days in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Gate, MD

Average snowfall in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Gate, MD

Average snowfall days in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
South Gate, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December
South Gate, MD

Average sunshine days in December - South Gate, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
South Gate, MD

Average UV index in December - South Gate, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
South Gate, MD

Average cloud cover in December - South Gate, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
South Gate, MD

Average visibility in December - South Gate, 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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