December weather forecastBrightwood, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Brightwood, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In the month of December, an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Brightwood, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Brightwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Brightwood, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Brightwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Brightwood, 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
Brightwood, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Brightwood, 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Brightwood, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Brightwood, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Brightwood, 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).
