Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During the nights in December, Damascus observes an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
In Damascus, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Damascus, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Damascus, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Damascus are January through May, October through December. In Damascus, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) 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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Damascus is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Damascus are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Damascus in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Damascus?
How many days does it rain in December in Damascus?
How many days does it snow in December in Damascus?
What is the month with the shortest days in Damascus?
What is the average length of the day in December in Damascus?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Damascus?
How many hours of sunshine does Damascus have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Damascus?
How high is the UV index in December in Damascus?
Average temperature in December
Damascus, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Damascus, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Damascus, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Damascus, MD
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Damascus, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Damascus, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Damascus, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Damascus, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Damascus, 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: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Damascus, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Damascus, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Damascus, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Damascus, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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