December weather forecast
Rockhill Beach, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockhill Beach, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rockhill Beach is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rockhill Beach, Maryland, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockhill Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rockhill Beach, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rockhill Beach, Maryland, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rockhill Beach is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Rockhill Beach?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rockhill Beach, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockhill Beach?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Rockhill Beach?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rockhill Beach?

In Rockhill Beach, Maryland, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockhill Beach?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rockhill Beach have in December?

The average day length in December in Rockhill Beach is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockhill Beach?

On the first day of December in Rockhill Beach, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rockhill Beach?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockhill Beach?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rockhill Beach?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rockhill Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average temperature in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average pressure in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average humidity in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rockhill Beach, 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 January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockhill Beach, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average UV index in December - Rockhill Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rockhill Beach, 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
Rockhill Beach, MD

Average visibility in December - Rockhill Beach, 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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