December weather forecast
Chesapeake Beach, MD

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Weather in December

December is characterized by definitive winter-like conditions in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. With the shortest daylight hours throughout the year (9.5 hours), and the mercury hitting an average high and low of 46.4°F (8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively, December brings the chills. There is also a slight incline in the average snowfall up to 0.28" (7mm). As the year ends, Chesapeake Beach residents get to experience chilly nights and cold days, ensuring a classic winter appeal.

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In December, Chesapeake Beach encounters an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chesapeake Beach, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chesapeake Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Chesapeake Beach, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chesapeake Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, is 52°F (11.1°C).
Note: Swimming in 52°F (11.1°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chesapeake Beach.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chesapeake Beach is 5.2h.

UV index

January 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chesapeake Beach in December?

In December, in Chesapeake Beach, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chesapeake Beach?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Chesapeake Beach in December?

In Chesapeake Beach, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chesapeake Beach?

In Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Chesapeake Beach?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Chesapeake Beach is 52°F (11.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chesapeake Beach?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Chesapeake Beach?

In Chesapeake Beach, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chesapeake Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chesapeake Beach have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Chesapeake Beach?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chesapeake Beach.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chesapeake Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chesapeake Beach is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average temperature in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Chesapeake Beach, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
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Average sea temperature in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 52°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesapeake Beach, 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Chesapeake Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Chesapeake Beach, 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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