December weather forecast
Sweepstakes, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sweepstakes, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is recorded in Sweepstakes during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sweepstakes is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sweepstakes, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sweepstakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sweepstakes are January through May, October through December. In Sweepstakes, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sweepstakes, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sweepstakes, Maryland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sweepstakes in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sweepstakes, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sweepstakes?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sweepstakes is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sweepstakes?

In Sweepstakes, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sweepstakes in December?

In Sweepstakes, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sweepstakes?

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 Sweepstakes?

In Sweepstakes, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sweepstakes?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sweepstakes, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sweepstakes have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sweepstakes is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sweepstakes?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sweepstakes?

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

Average temperature in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sweepstakes, MD

Average pressure in December - Sweepstakes, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sweepstakes, MD

Average humidity in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Sweepstakes, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sweepstakes, 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 January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sweepstakes, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sweepstakes, 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: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sweepstakes, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sweepstakes, MD

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sweepstakes, MD

Average visibility in December - Sweepstakes, 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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