December weather forecast
McHenry, MD

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Weather in December

December in McHenry marks the onset of the holiday season, marked by Christmas cheer and an increase in snowfall, with 5.24" (133mm) precipitation. With the winter in full flow, temperatures continue to drop, preparing the city for a festive end of the year. As residents look forward to bidding the year goodbye, the cityscape transforms into a festive, snow-dusted panorama. Winter conditions are amplified by a high cloud cover and reduced daylight hours. The pressure remains quite stable throughout December, indicating a tranquil conclusion to the year, as the city awakens to the promise of a new year and a fresh set of seasons.

Temperature

The advent of December in McHenry brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, McHenry records a consistent average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In McHenry, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in McHenry, Maryland, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 26.69" (678mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in McHenry.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in McHenry during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in McHenry, Maryland, during December are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in McHenry?

In December, the average relative humidity in McHenry is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in McHenry?

In McHenry, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in McHenry?

In McHenry, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in McHenry?

The month with the shortest days in McHenry, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in McHenry, Maryland, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in McHenry?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in McHenry, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McHenry have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in McHenry is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in McHenry?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in McHenry, Maryland, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in McHenry?

In McHenry, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McHenry, MD

Average temperature in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
McHenry, MD

Average pressure in December - McHenry, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
McHenry, MD

Average wind speed in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
McHenry, MD

Average humidity in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall days in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
McHenry, MD

Average snowfall in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
McHenry, MD

Average snowfall days in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
McHenry, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
McHenry, MD

Average sunshine days in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
McHenry, MD

Average UV index in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
McHenry, MD

Average cloud cover in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
McHenry, MD

Average visibility in December - McHenry, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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