December weather forecast
Mount Moriah, MD

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Moriah, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Mount Moriah, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Moriah, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mount Moriah, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mount Moriah, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mount Moriah, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Moriah are January, February, 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 rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Moriah in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Moriah, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Moriah?

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

How much does it rain in Mount Moriah in December?

In Mount Moriah, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mount Moriah?

In Mount Moriah, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Moriah?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Moriah?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Moriah?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Moriah, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Moriah?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mount Moriah, Maryland, is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Moriah?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Moriah?

In Mount Moriah, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average temperature in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average pressure in December - Mount Moriah, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average humidity in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Moriah, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average UV index in December - Mount Moriah, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Mount Moriah, MD

Average visibility in December - Mount Moriah, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

[Resources]

Mount Moriah, Maryland, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location