December weather forecast
Sunderland, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sunderland, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). During December, Sunderland observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sunderland, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sunderland. In Sunderland, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sunderland, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sunderland, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sunderland is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunderland, Maryland, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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 UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sunderland in December?

December temperatures in Sunderland vary between a high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sunderland?

In Sunderland, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sunderland?

In Sunderland, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sunderland in December?

In Sunderland, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunderland?

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

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

The average day length in December in Sunderland, Maryland, is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sunderland?

On the first day of December in Sunderland, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunderland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sunderland is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sunderland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sunderland?

In Sunderland, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunderland, MD

Average temperature in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sunderland, MD

Average pressure in December - Sunderland, 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
Sunderland, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sunderland, MD

Average humidity in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sunderland, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sunderland, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sunderland, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
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
Sunderland, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Sunderland, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sunderland, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sunderland, MD

Average UV index in December - Sunderland, 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
Sunderland, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Sunderland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Sunderland, MD

Average visibility in December - Sunderland, 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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