December weather forecast
Downs on the Severn, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Downs on the Severn, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Downs on the Severn encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Downs on the Severn, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Downs on the Severn are January through April, November and December. In Downs on the Severn, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Downs on the Severn, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Downs on the Severn is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Downs on the Severn are January, November 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Downs on the Severn?

In Downs on the Severn, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Downs on the Severn?

In Downs on the Severn, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Downs on the Severn?

In Downs on the Severn, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Downs on the Severn?

In Downs on the Severn, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Downs on the Severn?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Downs on the Severn.

How many hours of daylight does Downs on the Severn have in December?

In December, the average day length in Downs on the Severn, Maryland, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Downs on the Severn?

On the first day of December in Downs on the Severn, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Downs on the Severn?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Downs on the Severn, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Downs on the Severn?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Downs on the Severn?

In Downs on the Severn, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Downs on the Severn, MD

Average temperature in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Downs on the Severn, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Downs on the Severn, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Downs on the Severn, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Downs on the Severn, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Downs on the Severn, MD

Average visibility in December - Downs on the Severn, 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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