December weather forecastGapland, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Gapland, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Temperature
Gapland observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) marks the nights throughout December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Gapland, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Gapland, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gapland, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.6 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Gapland, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gapland, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Gapland, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gapland, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Gapland, MD
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Gapland, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Gapland, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gapland, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gapland, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Gapland, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gapland, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Gapland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Gapland, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Gapland, MD
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
