December weather forecast
Halethorpe, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Halethorpe, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Halethorpe, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Halethorpe, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Halethorpe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Halethorpe, Maryland. In Halethorpe, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Halethorpe, Maryland, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Halethorpe.
On the first day of December in Halethorpe, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Halethorpe?

The high-temperature, in December, in Halethorpe, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.2°F (1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Halethorpe?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Halethorpe?

In December, in Halethorpe, Maryland, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Halethorpe in December?

In Halethorpe, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Halethorpe?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Halethorpe have in December?

In Halethorpe, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Halethorpe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Halethorpe?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Halethorpe.

How long on average sun shines in December in Halethorpe?

In Halethorpe, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Halethorpe?

In Halethorpe, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average temperature in December - Halethorpe, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average pressure in December - Halethorpe, 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
Halethorpe, MD

Average wind speed in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Halethorpe, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average rainfall in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average snowfall in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
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
Halethorpe, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Halethorpe, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Halethorpe, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Halethorpe, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average UV index in December - Halethorpe, 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
Halethorpe, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Halethorpe, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
Halethorpe, MD

Average visibility in December - Halethorpe, 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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