December weather forecast
Shepherd Park, DC

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Weather in December

December completes the year in Shepherd Park, locked in the grip of winter with temperatures averaging from 33.3°F (0.7°C) to 45.3°F (7.4°C). The increased steam of snowfall, reaching 1.34" (34mm), blankets the cityscape in a beautiful white. Importantly, December harbors shorter days due to the winter solstice being this month, offering the least daylight hours of 9.5. This chilly period sees less rainfall but more snow, creating a seasonal, festive atmosphere. A somber yet serene sensation pervades December, celebrating the close of the year with its trademark winter weather.

Temperature

December in Shepherd Park signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). In Shepherd Park, December nights cool down to an average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shepherd Park are January through April, November and December. In Shepherd Park, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Shepherd Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shepherd Park, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Shepherd Park?

During December, Shepherd Park experiences an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°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 evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Shepherd Park?

The months with the highest humidity in Shepherd Park are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Shepherd Park?

In Shepherd Park, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Shepherd Park in December?

In Shepherd Park, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shepherd Park in December?

In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shepherd Park?

December has the shortest days of the year in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shepherd Park have in December?

In Shepherd Park, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shepherd Park?

On the first day of December in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shepherd Park?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shepherd Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shepherd Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average temperature in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average pressure in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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
Shepherd Park, DC

Average wind speed in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average humidity in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average rainfall in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average rainfall days in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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 November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average snowfall in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average snowfall days in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Shepherd Park, DC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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 0min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average sunshine days in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average UV index in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average cloud cover in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Shepherd Park, DC

Average visibility in December - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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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