December weather forecast
Sherwood, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sherwood, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Sherwood dips to a steady average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sherwood, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sherwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sherwood are January through April, November and December. In Sherwood, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Sherwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.8 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) 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 December in Sherwood, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sherwood is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sherwood?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sherwood, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sherwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Sherwood, Maryland, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sherwood?

In December, in Sherwood, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sherwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sherwood have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sherwood is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sherwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sherwood, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sherwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sherwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sherwood, MD

Average temperature in December - Sherwood, 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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sherwood, MD

Average pressure in December - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average wind speed in December - Sherwood, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sherwood, MD

Average humidity in December - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sherwood, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sherwood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sherwood, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sherwood, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sherwood, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sherwood, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Sherwood, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sherwood, 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 2min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sherwood, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sherwood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sherwood, MD

Average UV index in December - Sherwood, 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
Sherwood, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Sherwood, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Sherwood, MD

Average visibility in December - Sherwood, 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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