December weather forecast
South Down Shores, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in South Down Shores, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in South Down Shores, Maryland, hover around an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in South Down Shores is 75%.

Rainfall

In South Down Shores, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in South Down Shores, Maryland, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Down Shores, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Down Shores is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in South Down Shores, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in South Down Shores 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 South Down Shores. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. 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 are the temperatures in South Down Shores in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in South Down Shores, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Down Shores?

In December, the average relative humidity in South Down Shores is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Down Shores?

In South Down Shores, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Down Shores?

In December, in South Down Shores, Maryland, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Down Shores?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in South Down Shores?

In December, the average day length in South Down Shores is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Down Shores?

On the first day of December in South Down Shores, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Down Shores?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Down Shores is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Down Shores?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Down Shores?

In South Down Shores, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average temperature in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average pressure in December - South Down Shores, 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average wind speed in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average humidity in December - South Down Shores, 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average rainfall in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average rainfall days in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average snowfall in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average snowfall days in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Down Shores, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average sunshine days in December - South Down Shores, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Down Shores, MD

Average UV index in December - South Down Shores, 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average cloud cover in December - South Down Shores, 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
South Down Shores, MD

Average visibility in December - South Down Shores, 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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