December weather forecast
Catonsville, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Catonsville, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Catonsville, in December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Catonsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Catonsville, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Catonsville is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Catonsville, 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 Catonsville. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Catonsville during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Catonsville, Maryland, are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Catonsville?

In Catonsville, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Catonsville?

In Catonsville, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Catonsville in December?

In Catonsville, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Catonsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Catonsville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Catonsville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Catonsville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Catonsville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Catonsville?

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

Average temperature in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Catonsville, MD

Average pressure in December - Catonsville, 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
Catonsville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Catonsville, MD

Average humidity in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Catonsville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Catonsville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Catonsville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Catonsville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Catonsville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catonsville, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Catonsville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Catonsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Catonsville, MD

Average UV index in December - Catonsville, 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
Catonsville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Catonsville, 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
Catonsville, MD

Average visibility in December - Catonsville, 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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