December weather forecast
Scottown, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Scottown, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Scottown experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) in Scottown, Maryland.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Scottown is 76%.

Rainfall

In Scottown, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Scottown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Scottown, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scottown, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Scottown?

During December, Scottown experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Scottown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Scottown is 76%.

How much does it rain in Scottown in December?

In Scottown, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scottown in December?

In Scottown, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scottown?

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

How many hours of daylight does Scottown have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Scottown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottown have in December?

In Scottown, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Scottown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Scottown?

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

Average temperature in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Scottown, MD

Average pressure in December - Scottown, 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
Scottown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Scottown, MD

Average humidity in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scottown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Scottown, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scottown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Scottown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Scottown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scottown, 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scottown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scottown, MD

Average UV index in December - Scottown, 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
Scottown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Scottown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Scottown, MD

Average visibility in December - Scottown, 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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