December weather forecast
Stevensville, MD

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Weather in December

December ushers in a chilly end to the year in Stevensville, marking the start of winter. It greets the residents with an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C), a steep drop from November's temperatures. December continues the inbound journey of winter initiated by November. It brings in the possibility of periodic snowfall, turning Stevensville into a winter wonderland. December offers the nostalgia of the year's events and anticipation of the new year, making it a time of reflection while bracing the winter chill.

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). During December, Stevensville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stevensville, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stevensville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stevensville are January through April, November and December. In Stevensville, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stevensville, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Stevensville, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C).
Note: You can swim in 51.6°F (10.9°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stevensville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Stevensville?

During December, Stevensville experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stevensville?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Stevensville in December?

In Stevensville, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Stevensville?

In Stevensville, Maryland, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Stevensville?

In Stevensville, in December, the average water temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). Swimming in 51.6°F (10.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stevensville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stevensville have in December?

The average day length in December in Stevensville, Maryland, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stevensville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stevensville, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stevensville?

In Stevensville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Stevensville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Stevensville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stevensville is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stevensville, MD

Average temperature in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stevensville, MD

Average pressure in December - Stevensville, 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
Stevensville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stevensville, MD

Average humidity in December - Stevensville, 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
Stevensville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stevensville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stevensville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stevensville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Stevensville, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 51.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stevensville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stevensville, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stevensville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stevensville, MD

Average UV index in December - Stevensville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stevensville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Stevensville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Stevensville, MD

Average visibility in December - Stevensville, 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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