December weather forecastDowell, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dowell, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).Temperature
As November transitions into December, Dowell sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Dowell, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dowell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dowell, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dowell, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.6 days and aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dowell, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 47.1°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 (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Dowell, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dowell, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Dowell, 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 and November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Dowell, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Dowell, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dowell, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dowell, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dowell, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 12min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Dowell, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Dowell, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Dowell, 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 29).
Average visibility in December
Dowell, 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).
