December weather forecast
Nanticoke, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Nanticoke, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Nanticoke is 77%.

Rainfall

In Nanticoke, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nanticoke, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Nanticoke, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Nanticoke, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Nanticoke are February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nanticoke are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Nanticoke?

The high-temperature, in December, in Nanticoke, records 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air 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 Nanticoke?

In December, the average relative humidity in Nanticoke is 77%.

How much does it rain in Nanticoke in December?

In Nanticoke, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Nanticoke in December?

In Nanticoke, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nanticoke?

December has the shortest days of the year in Nanticoke, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Nanticoke, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nanticoke?

On the first day of December in Nanticoke, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Nanticoke?

February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nanticoke, Maryland.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nanticoke?

The average sunshine duration in December in Nanticoke is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nanticoke?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Nanticoke?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nanticoke, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average temperature in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average pressure in December - Nanticoke, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average wind speed in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average humidity in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average rainfall in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average snowfall in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
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
Nanticoke, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Nanticoke, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nanticoke, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nanticoke, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Nanticoke, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Nanticoke, MD

Average visibility in December - Nanticoke, 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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