December weather forecast
Old Salem Village, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Old Salem Village, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, Old Salem Village experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Old Salem Village.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Old Salem Village, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Old Salem Village, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Old Salem Village, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Old Salem Village, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Old Salem Village is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Old Salem Village in December?

In Old Salem Village, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Old Salem Village?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Old Salem Village, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in December in Old Salem Village?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Old Salem Village in December?

In Old Salem Village, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Salem Village?

In Old Salem Village, Maryland, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Salem Village?

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

How many hours of daylight does Old Salem Village have in December?

The average day length in December in Old Salem Village is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Old Salem Village?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Salem Village, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Old Salem Village?

In Old Salem Village, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Old Salem Village?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Old Salem Village?

In Old Salem Village, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average temperature in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average pressure in December - Old Salem Village, 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
Old Salem Village, MD

Average wind speed in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average humidity in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average rainfall in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average snowfall in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Old Salem Village, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average UV index in December - Old Salem Village, 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
Old Salem Village, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Old Salem Village, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Old Salem Village, MD

Average visibility in December - Old Salem Village, 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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