December weather forecastLittle Orleans, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Little Orleans, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Temperature
The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Throughout the month of December, Little Orleans witnesses an average temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Little Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Little Orleans, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Little Orleans, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.1 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 41°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Little Orleans, 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
Little Orleans, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Little Orleans, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Little Orleans, MD
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
