December weather forecast
Watkins Overlook, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Watkins Overlook, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, Watkins Overlook anticipates an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Watkins Overlook, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Watkins Overlook, Maryland, is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms 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. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Watkins Overlook, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Watkins Overlook, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Watkins Overlook, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Watkins Overlook, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watkins Overlook?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Watkins Overlook have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Watkins Overlook?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Watkins Overlook, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average temperature in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average pressure in December - Watkins Overlook, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average wind speed in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average humidity in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average rainfall in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average snowfall in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watkins Overlook, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average UV index in December - Watkins Overlook, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Watkins Overlook, MD

Average visibility in December - Watkins Overlook, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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