December weather forecastArbutus, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Arbutus, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).Temperature
December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Arbutus's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Arbutus, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Arbutus, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.4°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).
Average pressure in December
Arbutus, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 12min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Arbutus, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Arbutus, 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
Arbutus, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Arbutus, 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).
