December weather forecast
Williamsport, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Williamsport, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Williamsport sees a steady low-temperature average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Williamsport, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Williamsport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Williamsport, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Williamsport experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Williamsport?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Williamsport, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Williamsport, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Williamsport have in December?

In Williamsport, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Williamsport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Williamsport, MD

Average temperature in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Williamsport, MD

Average pressure in December - Williamsport, 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
Williamsport, MD

Average wind speed in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Williamsport, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Williamsport, MD

Average rainfall in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Williamsport, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Williamsport, MD

Average snowfall in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Williamsport, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Williamsport, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Williamsport, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Williamsport, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Williamsport, MD

Average UV index in December - Williamsport, 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
Williamsport, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Williamsport, MD

Average visibility in December - Williamsport, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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