December weather forecast
Poplars, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poplars, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is recorded in Poplars.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Poplars, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poplars, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Poplars are January through March, November and December. In Poplars, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Poplars, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Poplars.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Poplars, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Poplars are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December 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. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Poplars?

The high-temperature during December is 46.4°F (8°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poplars?

In Poplars, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Poplars?

In Poplars, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Poplars?

In Poplars, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poplars?

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

How many hours of daylight does Poplars have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplars?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Poplars, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplars have in December?

In Poplars, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poplars?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Poplars?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Poplars, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplars, MD

Average temperature in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poplars, MD

Average pressure in December - Poplars, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poplars, MD

Average wind speed in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poplars, MD

Average humidity in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poplars, MD

Average rainfall in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poplars, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poplars, MD

Average snowfall in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
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
Poplars, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Poplars, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplars, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poplars, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poplars, MD

Average UV index in December - Poplars, 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
Poplars, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Poplars, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Poplars, MD

Average visibility in December - Poplars, 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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