December weather forecast
Sunshine Acres, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sunshine Acres, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sunshine Acres. In Sunshine Acres, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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, in Sunshine Acres, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sunshine Acres, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Sunshine Acres, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, 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 many days does it rain in December?

In Sunshine Acres, Maryland, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sunshine Acres, 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / 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, in Sunshine Acres, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average temperature in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average pressure in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average wind speed in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average humidity in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average UV index in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Sunshine Acres, 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
Sunshine Acres, MD

Average visibility in December - Sunshine Acres, 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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