December weather forecast
Whiteford, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Whiteford, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Whiteford's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Whiteford witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whiteford, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whiteford, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Whiteford 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Whiteford, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Whiteford?

In Whiteford, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whiteford, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whiteford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whiteford have in December?

In Whiteford, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Whiteford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Whiteford, MD

Average temperature in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°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 (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Whiteford, MD

Average pressure in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Whiteford, MD

Average wind speed in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Whiteford, MD

Average humidity in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Whiteford, MD

Average rainfall in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Whiteford, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whiteford, MD

Average snowfall in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whiteford, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whiteford, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whiteford, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whiteford, MD

Average UV index in December - Whiteford, 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
Whiteford, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Whiteford, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Whiteford, MD

Average visibility in December - Whiteford, 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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