December weather forecast
Riva Trace, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riva Trace, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Riva Trace in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Riva Trace is 75%.

Rainfall

In Riva Trace, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riva Trace, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Riva Trace. In December, in Riva Trace, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Riva Trace is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riva Trace, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riva Trace in December?

In Riva Trace, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riva Trace?

The average relative humidity in December in Riva Trace is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riva Trace?

In Riva Trace, Maryland, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Riva Trace?

In Riva Trace, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riva Trace?

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

How many hours of daylight does Riva Trace have in December?

In Riva Trace, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riva Trace?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riva Trace have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Riva Trace?

The months with the lowest UV index in Riva Trace, Maryland, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Riva Trace?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Riva Trace, MD

Average temperature in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average pressure in December - Riva Trace, 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
Riva Trace, MD

Average wind speed in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average humidity in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average rainfall in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average snowfall in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
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
Riva Trace, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Riva Trace, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riva Trace, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average UV index in December - Riva Trace, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Riva Trace, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

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Average visibility in December
Riva Trace, MD

Average visibility in December - Riva Trace, 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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