December weather forecast
Chestnut Farms, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chestnut Farms, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Chestnut Farms reports a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chestnut Farms, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chestnut Farms, there are 165.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Chestnut Farms, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chestnut Farms, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Chestnut Farms, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Chestnut Farms?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chestnut Farms 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', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chestnut Farms?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chestnut Farms?

In Chestnut Farms, Maryland, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chestnut Farms in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chestnut Farms?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chestnut Farms have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chestnut Farms?

On the first day of December in Chestnut Farms, Maryland, 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 Chestnut Farms?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chestnut Farms, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Chestnut Farms?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chestnut Farms?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average temperature in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average pressure in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average wind speed in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average humidity in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average rainfall in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average snowfall in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average UV index in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Chestnut Farms, 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
Chestnut Farms, MD

Average visibility in December - Chestnut Farms, 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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