December weather forecast
Duffield, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Duffield, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Duffield, in December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Duffield is 75%.

Rainfall

In Duffield, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Duffield, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Duffield. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Duffield?

Duffield in December has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Duffield?

The average relative humidity in December in Duffield is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Duffield?

In December, in Duffield, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Duffield in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Duffield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Duffield have in December?

In December, the average day length in Duffield is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Duffield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Duffield have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Duffield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Duffield?

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

Average temperature in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average pressure in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average wind speed in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average humidity in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average rainfall in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average snowfall in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average UV index in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, MD

Average visibility in December - Duffield, 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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