December weather forecast
Rivendell, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rivendell, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Rivendell reports a consistent average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rivendell, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rivendell, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Rivendell, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rivendell, 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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rivendell, Maryland, is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rivendell, Maryland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rivendell in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rivendell, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rivendell?

In Rivendell, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rivendell in December?

In Rivendell, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rivendell in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rivendell?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rivendell?

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, in Rivendell, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rivendell have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rivendell?

In Rivendell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rivendell, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rivendell, MD

Average pressure in December - Rivendell, 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
Rivendell, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rivendell, MD

Average humidity in December - Rivendell, 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
Rivendell, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rivendell, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rivendell, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rivendell, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Rivendell, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Rivendell, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rivendell, MD

Average UV index in December - Rivendell, 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
Rivendell, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rivendell, 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
Rivendell, MD

Average visibility in December - Rivendell, 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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