December weather forecast
West River, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West River, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, West River observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). West River's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In West River, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West River in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed 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 December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West River, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) 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 West River, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West River, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in West River is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West River, MD

Average temperature in December - West River, 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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30°F).

Average pressure in December
West River, MD

Average pressure in December - West River, 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
West River, MD

Average wind speed in December - West River, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
West River, MD

Average humidity in December - West River, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
West River, MD

Average rainfall in December - West River, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
West River, MD

Average rainfall days in December - West River, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West River, MD

Average snowfall in December - West River, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West River, MD

Average snowfall days in December - West River, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
West River, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West River, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West River, MD

Average sunshine days in December - West River, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West River, MD

Average UV index in December - West River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West River, MD

Average cloud cover in December - West River, 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
West River, MD

Average visibility in December - West River, 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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