December weather forecast
Rippling Ridge, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rippling Ridge, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is experienced in Rippling Ridge.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rippling Ridge is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rippling Ridge, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rippling Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rippling Ridge, Maryland, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rippling Ridge, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rippling Ridge are January, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rippling Ridge in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rippling Ridge, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rippling Ridge?

In Rippling Ridge, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Rippling Ridge in December?

In December, in Rippling Ridge, Maryland, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rippling Ridge?

In Rippling Ridge, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rippling Ridge?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rippling Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December in Rippling Ridge is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rippling Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rippling Ridge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rippling Ridge, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rippling Ridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rippling Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average temperature in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average pressure in December - Rippling 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average humidity in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
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
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rippling Ridge, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average UV index in December - Rippling 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rippling Ridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Rippling Ridge, MD

Average visibility in December - Rippling Ridge, 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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