December weather forecast
Morningside, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Morningside, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). In Morningside, the average nighttime temperature during December is a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Morningside, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Morningside, there are 164.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Morningside, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Morningside, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Morningside, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Morningside, Maryland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Morningside in December?

The high-temperature in Morningside during December is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Morningside?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Morningside?

In Morningside, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Morningside?

In Morningside, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Morningside?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Morningside, Maryland, is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Morningside?

On the first day of December in Morningside, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Morningside?

The average sunshine duration in December in Morningside, Maryland, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Morningside?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Morningside?

In Morningside, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Morningside, MD

Average temperature in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Morningside, MD

Average pressure in December - Morningside, 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
Morningside, MD

Average wind speed in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Morningside, MD

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Morningside, MD

Average rainfall in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Morningside, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Morningside, MD

Average snowfall in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Morningside, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Morningside, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Morningside, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Morningside, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Morningside, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Morningside, MD

Average UV index in December - Morningside, 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
Morningside, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Morningside, 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
Morningside, MD

Average visibility in December - Morningside, 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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