December weather forecast
Candlewood, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Candlewood, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Candlewood, in December, experiences an average temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Candlewood, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Candlewood, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Candlewood, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Candlewood, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Candlewood, Maryland, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Candlewood.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Candlewood, Maryland, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Candlewood?

In December, in Candlewood, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Candlewood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Candlewood is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Candlewood?

In Candlewood, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Candlewood?

In Candlewood, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Candlewood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Candlewood have in December?

The average day length in December in Candlewood is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Candlewood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Candlewood, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Candlewood?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Candlewood?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Candlewood?

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
Candlewood, MD

Average temperature in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Candlewood, MD

Average pressure in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Candlewood, MD

Average wind speed in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Candlewood, MD

Average humidity in December - Candlewood, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Candlewood, MD

Average rainfall in December - Candlewood, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Candlewood, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Candlewood, MD

Average snowfall in December - Candlewood, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Candlewood, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Candlewood, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Candlewood, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Candlewood, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Candlewood, MD

Average UV index in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Candlewood, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Candlewood, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Candlewood, MD

Average visibility in December - Candlewood, 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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