December weather forecast
Gaithersburg, MD

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Weather in December

December's chill becomes more pronounced, ushering in the true winter spirit with temperatures ranging from 32.2°F (0.1°C) to 44.2°F (6.8°C). Gaithersburg experiences a colder and festive atmosphere during this month. Snowfall makes a comeback after a long absence since early spring. Despite being the coldest month, December has its charm, courtesy of the holiday spirit, winter markets, and snow-covered scenery. This makes it the perfect time for snuggling indoors and partaking in festive cheer.

Temperature

Transition into December in Gaithersburg subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Gaithersburg cools down to an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Gaithersburg.

Rainfall

In Gaithersburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gaithersburg, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Gaithersburg. In Gaithersburg, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gaithersburg, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gaithersburg is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Gaithersburg.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gaithersburg, Maryland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gaithersburg during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gaithersburg, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Gaithersburg?

The months with the highest humidity in Gaithersburg, Maryland, are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gaithersburg?

In Gaithersburg, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gaithersburg?

In Gaithersburg, Maryland, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gaithersburg?

In Gaithersburg, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gaithersburg?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Gaithersburg?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gaithersburg?

On the first day of December in Gaithersburg, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Gaithersburg?

The months with the least sunshine in Gaithersburg, Maryland, are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gaithersburg?

In Gaithersburg, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gaithersburg?

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 intensity in December in Gaithersburg?

In Gaithersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average temperature in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average pressure in December - Gaithersburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average wind speed in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average humidity in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average rainfall in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average snowfall in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaithersburg, 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 months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average UV index in December - Gaithersburg, 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
Gaithersburg, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gaithersburg, MD

Average visibility in December - Gaithersburg, 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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