December weather forecast
Stockton, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stockton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Stockton, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Stockton, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

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 average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stockton in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Stockton, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Stockton in December?

In Stockton, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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 Stockton, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stockton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Stockton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stockton, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Stockton, MD

Average pressure in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Stockton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Stockton, MD

Average humidity in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Stockton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Stockton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stockton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stockton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Stockton, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stockton, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stockton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Stockton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Stockton, MD

Average UV index in December - Stockton, 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
Stockton, MD

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

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

Average visibility in December
Stockton, MD

Average visibility in December - Stockton, 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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