December weather forecast
Mardela Springs, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mardela Springs, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is observed in Mardela Springs during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mardela Springs is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Mardela Springs, Maryland, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mardela Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.9 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mardela Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) 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 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mardela Springs is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mardela Springs. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mardela Springs in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mardela Springs are 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mardela Springs?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Mardela Springs?

In Mardela Springs, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mardela Springs?

In Mardela Springs, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mardela Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mardela Springs, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mardela Springs?

The average day length in December in Mardela Springs is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mardela Springs?

On the first day of December, 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 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mardela Springs?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mardela Springs?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mardela Springs?

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

Average temperature in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°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 (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average pressure in December - Mardela Springs, 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
Mardela Springs, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mardela Springs, 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 (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average humidity in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mardela Springs, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average UV index in December - Mardela Springs, 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
Mardela Springs, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mardela Springs, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Mardela Springs, MD

Average visibility in December - Mardela Springs, 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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