December weather forecast
Shipleys Choice, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shipleys Choice, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Shipleys Choice's average low-temperature is measured at an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shipleys Choice is 75%.

Rainfall

In Shipleys Choice, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shipleys Choice are January through April, November and December. In Shipleys Choice, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shipleys Choice, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Shipleys Choice, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shipleys Choice. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shipleys Choice in December?

In Shipleys Choice, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shipleys Choice?

In Shipleys Choice, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shipleys Choice?

In Shipleys Choice, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shipleys Choice in December?

In Shipleys Choice, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shipleys Choice?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shipleys Choice have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shipleys Choice?

On the first day of December in Shipleys Choice, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shipleys Choice have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shipleys Choice is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shipleys Choice?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shipleys Choice?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shipleys Choice is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average temperature in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average pressure in December - Shipleys Choice, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average wind speed in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average humidity in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average rainfall in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average snowfall in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shipleys Choice, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average UV index in December - Shipleys Choice, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Shipleys Choice, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

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Average visibility in December
Shipleys Choice, MD

Average visibility in December - Shipleys Choice, 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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