December weather forecast
Chaple, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Chaple, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Chaple's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chaple, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chaple, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chaple, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Chaple, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chaple. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chaple in December?

In Chaple, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chaple?

In Chaple, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chaple?

In Chaple, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chaple?

In Chaple, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chaple?

The month with the shortest days in Chaple, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chaple have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chaple?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chaple, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chaple?

The month with the least sunshine in Chaple, Maryland, is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chaple?

The average sunshine duration in December in Chaple, Maryland, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chaple?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chaple?

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

Average temperature in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chaple, MD

Average pressure in December - Chaple, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Chaple, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chaple, MD

Average humidity in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chaple, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chaple, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chaple, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chaple, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 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
Chaple, MD

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Chaple, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chaple, MD

Average UV index in December - Chaple, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chaple, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chaple, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Chaple, MD

Average visibility in December - Chaple, 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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