December weather forecastBenfield, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Benfield, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Benfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Benfield, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Benfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Benfield, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Benfield, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Benfield, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Benfield, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Benfield, 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, March, April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Benfield, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Benfield, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Benfield, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Benfield, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Benfield, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 12min
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
Benfield, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Benfield, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Benfield, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Benfield, 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).
