December weather forecast
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Weather in December

With December, the wintry chill descends upon Essex. The temperatures further drop to an average low of 33.8°F (1°C), making it one of the chilliest months in the city. The year concludes with the shortest daylight period, owing to the winter solstice. Though cloud cover is at its maximum, pressure stays high on average at 30.11 in. It is a month of fireplace stories, hot coffee, warm blankets, and festivity, bringing a year of diverse weather patterns in Essex to a close.

Temperature

December in Essex is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Essex is 76%.

Rainfall

In Essex, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Essex, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Essex. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Essex, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Essex, in December, the average water temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 50.5°F (10.3°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Essex, Maryland.
On the first day of December in Essex, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Essex?

In Essex, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Essex?

In Essex, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Essex?

In Essex, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Essex?

December is the first month it typically snows in Essex. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Essex?

In Essex, the average seawater temperature in December is 50.5°F (10.3°C). Swimming in 50.5°F (10.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Essex?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Essex?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Essex?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Essex?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Essex is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
53.2°F 11.8°C
44.8°F 7.1°C
38.5°F 3.6°C
Average low temperature
40.5°F 4.7°C
33.8°F 1°C
27°F -2.8°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14mph 22.5km/h
14.2mph 22.9km/h
15.1mph 24.3km/h
Average humidity
73%
76%
74%
Average rainfall
0.71" 18mm
0.87" 22mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
6.3
7.7
7.2
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.2" 5mm
0.75" 19mm
Average snowfall days
0.3
1.8
3.1
Average sea temperature
56.8°F 13.8°C
50.6°F 10.3°C
45.1°F 7.3°C
Average daylight
10h 0min
9h 3min
9h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 5min
5h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
22.3
20.5
20.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
36%
44%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Essex, MD

Average temperature in December - Essex, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°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 (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Essex, MD

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

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Average wind speed in December
Essex, MD

Average wind speed in December - Essex, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Essex, MD

Average humidity in December - Essex, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Essex, MD

Average rainfall in December - Essex, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Essex, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Essex, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Essex, MD

Average snowfall in December - Essex, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Essex, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Essex, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Essex, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Essex, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 50.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.7°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Essex, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Essex, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Essex, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Essex, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Essex, MD

Average UV index in December - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Essex, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
Essex, MD

Average visibility in December - Essex, 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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