December weather forecastRichardson Ridge, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Richardson Ridge, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). The low-temperature average for Richardson Ridge during December stands at a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Richardson Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Richardson Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Richardson Ridge, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Richardson Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Richardson Ridge, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Richardson Ridge, 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 (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Richardson Ridge, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Richardson Ridge, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
