December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sportsman Hall, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sportsman Hall, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sportsman Hall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sportsman Hall, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Sportsman Hall is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average pressure in December - Sportsman Hall, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average humidity in December - Sportsman Hall, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sportsman Hall, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average UV index in December - Sportsman Hall, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Sportsman Hall, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sportsman Hall, MD

Average visibility in December - Sportsman Hall, 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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