December weather forecast
Saint Leonard, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Leonard, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is observed in Saint Leonard during December.

Humidity

In Saint Leonard, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Saint Leonard, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Saint Leonard, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Saint Leonard, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Saint Leonard?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Leonard, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). 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 appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Leonard?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Leonard?

In Saint Leonard, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint Leonard?

In Saint Leonard, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Leonard?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint Leonard?

The average day length in December in Saint Leonard is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saint Leonard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Leonard?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Leonard?

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 Saint Leonard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Leonard, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average temperature in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average pressure in December - Saint Leonard, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average wind speed in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average humidity in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average rainfall in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average snowfall in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average UV index in December - Saint Leonard, 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
Saint Leonard, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Leonard, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Saint Leonard, MD

Average visibility in December - Saint Leonard, 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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