December weather forecast
Monkton, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monkton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Monkton, Maryland, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Monkton, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Monkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Monkton. In Monkton, Maryland, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Monkton, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Monkton, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Monkton, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Monkton, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Monkton during December?

The high-temperature during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monkton?

The average relative humidity in December in Monkton is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monkton?

In Monkton, Maryland, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Monkton?

In Monkton, Maryland, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monkton?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Monkton.

How many hours of daylight does Monkton have in December?

The average day length in December in Monkton, Maryland, is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Monkton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Monkton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monkton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Monkton is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Monkton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Monkton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Monkton, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monkton, MD

Average temperature in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monkton, MD

Average pressure in December - Monkton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Monkton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monkton, MD

Average humidity in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monkton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monkton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monkton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monkton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 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
Monkton, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monkton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monkton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monkton, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Monkton, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Monkton, MD

Average visibility in December - Monkton, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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