December weather forecast
Chesterfield, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chesterfield, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Chesterfield's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Chesterfield, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Chesterfield, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chesterfield, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chesterfield in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chesterfield, Maryland, are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chesterfield?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chesterfield in December?

In Chesterfield, Maryland, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chesterfield?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Chesterfield have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chesterfield?

On the first day of December in Chesterfield, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chesterfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chesterfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chesterfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average humidity in December - Chesterfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, MD

Average visibility in December - Chesterfield, 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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