December weather forecast
Stanley, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Stanley, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Stanley's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a cold 41°F (5°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Stanley, Maryland.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stanley. In Stanley, Maryland, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stanley, there are 25.1 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. 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

How cold is December in Stanley?

In December, in Stanley, the average high-temperature is 41°F (5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Stanley?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Stanley, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanley?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stanley, Maryland.

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

The average day length in December in Stanley is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stanley?

On the first day of December in Stanley, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanley have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Stanley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Stanley?

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

Average temperature in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stanley, MD

Average pressure in December - Stanley, 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
Stanley, MD

Average wind speed in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stanley, MD

Average humidity in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stanley, MD

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stanley, MD

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stanley, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Stanley, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stanley, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stanley, MD

Average UV index in December - Stanley, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stanley, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Stanley, MD

Average visibility in December - Stanley, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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