Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the onset of December, Scotland's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is observed in Scotland during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Scotland, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Scotland, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.5 days and collects up to 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Scotland. In Scotland, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Scotland.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Scotland is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Scotland, Maryland, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Scotland in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Scotland?
How much does it rain in Scotland in December?
How much does it snow in Scotland in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Scotland?
How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Scotland?
How many hours of sunshine does Scotland have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Scotland?
What is the UV index reading in December in Scotland?
Average temperature in December
Scotland, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 47.3°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 (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Scotland, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Scotland, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Scotland, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Scotland, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Scotland, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Scotland, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Scotland, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scotland, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Scotland, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Scotland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Scotland, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Scotland, 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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