December weather forecast
Margate, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Margate, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nightly temperatures in Margate drop to an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Margate, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Margate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Margate, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Margate, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Margate.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Margate, Maryland, is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Margate?

Margate in December has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Margate?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Margate?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Margate in December?

In Margate, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Margate?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Margate.

What is the average length of the day in December in Margate?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Margate?

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, in Margate, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Margate?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Margate is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Margate?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Margate?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Margate, MD

Average temperature in December - Margate, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Margate, MD

Average pressure in December - Margate, 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
Margate, MD

Average wind speed in December - Margate, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Margate, MD

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Margate, MD

Average rainfall in December - Margate, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Margate, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Margate, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Margate, MD

Average snowfall in December - Margate, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
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
Margate, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Margate, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Margate, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Margate, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Margate, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Margate, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Margate, MD

Average UV index in December - Margate, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Margate, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Margate, 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
Margate, MD

Average visibility in December - Margate, 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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