December weather forecast
Manchester, MD

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Weather in December

December welcomes the full arrival of winter in Manchester, Maryland, with colder temperatures and shorter days compared to November. This period is marked by the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year with daylight spanning only 9.4 hours. Chances of snowfall rise, blanketing the area in a wintry wonderland, and making December a picturesque month. Despite the cold and often harsh conditions, the Christmas spirit aids in making this month cheery and festive. With the year-ending, it closes out with chilling temperatures and the promise of a fresh, new start with the upcoming year.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Manchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Manchester, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Manchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Manchester, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Manchester, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Manchester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Manchester have in December?

In Manchester, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December in Manchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Manchester, MD

Average temperature in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Manchester, MD

Average pressure in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

Average wind speed in December
Manchester, MD

Average wind speed in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Manchester, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Manchester, MD

Average rainfall in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Manchester, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manchester, MD

Average snowfall in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manchester, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manchester, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manchester, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Manchester, MD

Average UV index in December - Manchester, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Manchester, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Manchester, MD

Average visibility in December - Manchester, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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