December weather forecast
Dorsey Hall, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dorsey Hall, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is observed in Dorsey Hall during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dorsey Hall, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, are January through March, November and December. In Dorsey Hall, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dorsey Hall, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dorsey Hall.
On the first day of December in Dorsey Hall, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dorsey Hall in December?

In Dorsey Hall, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), 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 Dorsey Hall?

The average relative humidity in December in Dorsey Hall is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dorsey Hall?

In Dorsey Hall, Maryland, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dorsey Hall in December?

In Dorsey Hall, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorsey Hall?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dorsey Hall have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorsey Hall?

On the first day of December in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dorsey Hall?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dorsey Hall, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorsey Hall?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dorsey Hall?

In Dorsey Hall, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average temperature in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average pressure in December - Dorsey Hall, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average wind speed in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average humidity in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average rainfall in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average snowfall in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorsey Hall, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average UV index in December - Dorsey Hall, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Dorsey Hall, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Dorsey Hall, MD

Average visibility in December - Dorsey Hall, 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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