December weather forecast
Skipton, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Skipton, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). The temperature in Skipton, Maryland, dips to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Skipton, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skipton, Maryland, there are 130 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skipton, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In Skipton, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skipton, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

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, in Skipton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skipton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skipton in December?

The high-temperature in Skipton during December is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Skipton?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Skipton?

In Skipton, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Skipton in December?

In Skipton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skipton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Skipton?

In December, the average day length in Skipton, Maryland, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Skipton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skipton, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Skipton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Skipton, Maryland, is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Skipton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Skipton?

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

Average temperature in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Skipton, MD

Average pressure in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Skipton, MD

Average humidity in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Skipton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skipton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Skipton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skipton, 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 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
Skipton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skipton, MD

Average UV index in December - Skipton, 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
Skipton, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Skipton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

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Average visibility in December
Skipton, MD

Average visibility in December - Skipton, 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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