December weather forecast
Baltimore, MD

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A golden evening appearance of tall buildings in Baltimore, Maryland
A golden evening appearance of tall buildings in Baltimore, Maryland

Weather in December

December in Baltimore represents the arrival of Winter and the end of the year. The city gets decked up with holiday decorations and can experience some snowfall towards the late December period. The temperatures are colder with an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C), pointing towards the upcoming depth of Winter. Despite the chilly weather, December carries a festive cheer as it concludes the weather cycle of the year.

Temperature

Baltimore's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Baltimore's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Baltimore, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Baltimore, 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 Baltimore. In Baltimore, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Baltimore, the average seawater temperature in December is 50.7°F (10.4°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 50.7°F (10.4°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Baltimore is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Baltimore. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Baltimore?

In Baltimore, 44.8°F (7.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Baltimore?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Baltimore?

In Baltimore, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Baltimore in December?

In December, in Baltimore, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Baltimore?

In Baltimore, Maryland, the average seawater temperature in December is 50.7°F (10.4°C). Swimming in 50.7°F (10.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Baltimore?

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

How many hours of daylight does Baltimore have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Baltimore?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Baltimore?

In Baltimore, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Baltimore?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Baltimore?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Baltimore, MD

Average temperature in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Baltimore, MD

Average pressure in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Baltimore, MD

Average wind speed in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Baltimore, MD

Average humidity in December - Baltimore, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Baltimore, MD

Average rainfall in December - Baltimore, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Baltimore, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Baltimore, MD

Average snowfall in December - Baltimore, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Baltimore, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Baltimore, MD

Average sea temperature in December - Baltimore, MD
  • Average sea temperature in December: 50.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baltimore, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Baltimore, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Baltimore, MD

Average UV index in December - Baltimore, 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
Baltimore, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Baltimore, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Baltimore, MD

Average visibility in December - Baltimore, 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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