December weather forecast
Riva, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Riva's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Riva's temperature drops to an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Riva, Maryland, is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riva are January through March, November and December. In Riva, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Riva, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Riva, 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

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Riva are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riva in December?

In Riva, 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. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riva?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riva?

In Riva, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Riva?

In Riva, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riva?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Riva?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Riva?

On the first day of December in Riva, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Riva?

The average sunshine duration in December in Riva is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Riva?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Riva?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Riva, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riva, MD

Average temperature in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average pressure in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average wind speed in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average humidity in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average rainfall in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average snowfall in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average UV index in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Riva, 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, MD

Average visibility in December - Riva, 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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