December weather forecastDetour, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Detour, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Detour, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Detour, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December in Detour, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Detour, the average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Detour, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Detour, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Detour, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Detour, MD
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Detour, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Detour, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Detour, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Detour, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Detour, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Detour, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Detour, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Detour, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Detour, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
