December weather forecast
Prospect Bay, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prospect Bay, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Prospect Bay's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Prospect Bay, Maryland, experiences an average drop to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Prospect Bay, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prospect Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Prospect Bay, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Prospect Bay, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Prospect Bay, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Prospect Bay is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Prospect Bay. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prospect Bay in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Prospect Bay, is 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.3°F (2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prospect Bay?

In Prospect Bay, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Prospect Bay in December?

In December, in Prospect Bay, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prospect Bay in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prospect Bay?

The month with the shortest days in Prospect Bay, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prospect Bay?

In Prospect Bay, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Prospect Bay?

On the first day of December in Prospect Bay, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect Bay have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Prospect Bay is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prospect Bay?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prospect Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Prospect Bay is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average temperature in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average pressure in December - Prospect Bay, 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
Prospect Bay, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average humidity in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average rainfall in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average snowfall in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Prospect Bay, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prospect Bay, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average UV index in December - Prospect Bay, 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
Prospect Bay, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Prospect Bay, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Prospect Bay, MD

Average visibility in December - Prospect Bay, 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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