December weather forecastLeonardtown, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Leonardtown, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).Temperature
In Leonardtown, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 36.9°F (2.7°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Leonardtown, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Leonardtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 9 days and aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Leonardtown, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Leonardtown, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Leonardtown are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 47.1°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 (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Leonardtown, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Leonardtown, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Leonardtown, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Leonardtown, 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).
