December weather forecast
Denton, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Denton, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.8°F (2.1°C) and max 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Denton, Maryland, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Denton, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Denton, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Denton, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Denton is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Denton are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. 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 are December temperatures in Denton?

Denton in December has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Denton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Denton is 77%.

How much does it rain in Denton in December?

In December, in Denton, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Denton?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Denton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Denton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Denton, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Denton?

In Denton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Denton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Denton, MD

Average temperature in December - Denton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Denton, MD

Average pressure in December - Denton, 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
Denton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Denton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Denton, MD

Average humidity in December - Denton, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Denton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Denton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Denton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Denton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Denton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Denton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
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
Denton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Denton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Denton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Denton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Denton, MD

Average UV index in December - Denton, 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 - Denton, 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
Denton, MD

Average visibility in December - Denton, 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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