December weather forecast
Galestown, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galestown, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In Galestown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Galestown, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.8 rainfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Galestown, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Galestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Galestown, Maryland, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Galestown?

During December, Galestown experiences an average high-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Galestown?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Galestown?

In Galestown, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Galestown in December?

In Galestown, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galestown?

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

How many hours of daylight does Galestown have in December?

In Galestown, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Galestown?

On the first day of December in Galestown, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galestown have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Galestown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Galestown, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Galestown, MD

Average temperature in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Galestown, MD

Average pressure in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Galestown, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Galestown, MD

Average humidity in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Galestown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Galestown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Galestown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
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
Galestown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Galestown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Galestown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Galestown, MD

Average UV index in December - Galestown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Galestown, MD

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Galestown, MD

Average visibility in December - Galestown, 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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