December weather forecastSmithsburg, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Smithsburg, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Temperature
In Smithsburg, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Smithsburg, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smithsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Smithsburg, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Smithsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Smithsburg, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Smithsburg, MD
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
