December weather forecastScotts Ridge, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Scotts Ridge, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). In December, Scotts Ridge records an average nighttime temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Scotts Ridge, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scotts Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Scotts Ridge, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Scotts Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Scotts Ridge, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Scotts Ridge, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
