December weather forecast
Chestertown, MD

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Weather in December

Finally, Chestertown rings in the holiday season with the chilliest weather of the year, bringing a festive mood to the city. As the mercury oscillates between an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and low of 34.5°F (1.4°C), the city witnesses a fair share of snowfall amounting to 0.24" (6mm) over 1.4 days. The festive season colors and spirit keep the city lively, despite the cold snap. The increased cloud cover and reduced daylight hours contribute to the quaint winter atmosphere, making December an ideal time for cozy indoor celebrations.

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chestertown, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chestertown, Maryland, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Chestertown, Maryland. In Chestertown, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chestertown, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chestertown are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Chestertown?

The high-temperature in Chestertown, Maryland, during December is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chestertown?

The average relative humidity in December in Chestertown, Maryland, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chestertown?

In Chestertown, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chestertown in December?

In December, in Chestertown, Maryland, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chestertown?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Chestertown?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chestertown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chestertown, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chestertown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Chestertown is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chestertown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chestertown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chestertown, MD

Average temperature in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chestertown, MD

Average pressure in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Chestertown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chestertown, MD

Average humidity in December - Chestertown, 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, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chestertown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
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
Chestertown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Chestertown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chestertown, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chestertown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chestertown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chestertown, MD

Average UV index in December - Chestertown, 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
Chestertown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chestertown, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
Chestertown, MD

Average visibility in December - Chestertown, 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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