December weather forecast
Sligo, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sligo, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Throughout December, Sligo encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sligo, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sligo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sligo. In Sligo, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Sligo, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sligo, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sligo, Maryland, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sligo, Maryland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary 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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sligo?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sligo, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Sligo?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Sligo?

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

How much does it rain in Sligo in December?

In Sligo, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sligo?

In Sligo, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sligo?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Sligo, Maryland, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sligo?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sligo?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sligo, Maryland, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sligo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sligo?

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

Average temperature in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sligo, MD

Average pressure in December - Sligo, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sligo, MD

Average wind speed in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sligo, MD

Average humidity in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sligo, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sligo, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sligo, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sligo, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Sligo, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sligo, 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 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sligo, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sligo, MD

Average UV index in December - Sligo, 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
Sligo, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Sligo, MD

Average visibility in December - Sligo, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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