December weather forecast
Shipyard Landing, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shipyard Landing, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Shipyard Landing during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shipyard Landing, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shipyard Landing, Maryland, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 12.87" (327mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Shipyard Landing, Maryland. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Shipyard Landing, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.8 days and aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Shipyard Landing, sunrise is at 7:05 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shipyard Landing is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shipyard Landing. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Shipyard Landing?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shipyard Landing, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shipyard Landing?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Shipyard Landing?

In Shipyard Landing, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Shipyard Landing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Shipyard Landing, Maryland. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shipyard Landing?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shipyard Landing?

In Shipyard Landing, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shipyard Landing?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 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 Shipyard Landing have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shipyard Landing, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shipyard Landing?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shipyard Landing?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average temperature in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average pressure in December - Shipyard Landing, 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
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average wind speed in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average humidity in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average rainfall in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average snowfall in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 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
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shipyard Landing, 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
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average UV index in December - Shipyard Landing, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Shipyard Landing, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Shipyard Landing, MD

Average visibility in December - Shipyard Landing, 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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