December weather forecast
Oldtown, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oldtown, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). During December, Oldtown's temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oldtown, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Oldtown. In Oldtown, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Oldtown during December?

December temperatures in Oldtown vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oldtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oldtown is 80%.

How much does it rain in Oldtown in December?

In Oldtown, Maryland, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oldtown in December?

In Oldtown, Maryland, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oldtown?

The month with the shortest days in Oldtown is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oldtown have in December?

The average day length in December in Oldtown is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oldtown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oldtown, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oldtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oldtown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oldtown?

In Oldtown, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Oldtown, MD

Average temperature in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oldtown, MD

Average pressure in December - Oldtown, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Oldtown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oldtown, MD

Average humidity in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oldtown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oldtown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oldtown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oldtown, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oldtown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oldtown, MD

Average UV index in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oldtown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Oldtown, MD

Average visibility in December - Oldtown, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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