December weather forecast
Greenbelt, MD

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Weather in December

The final month, December, rolls out a beautiful wintry scene for Greenbelt, marked by the year's shortest daylight hours, 9.5 hours. As the region readies to bid adieu to the year, the unmistakable signs of winter peek in with a moderate snowfall of 0.67" (17mm). The crisp winter air, dense foggy mornings, and potential for snowfall create a mystical aura that cloaks the city, rounding off the year on a beautiful note.

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Greenbelt, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Greenbelt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Greenbelt, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Greenbelt, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Greenbelt is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenbelt. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Greenbelt?

In Greenbelt, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Greenbelt?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Greenbelt.

What is the average humidity in December in Greenbelt?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Greenbelt?

In Greenbelt, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Greenbelt?

December is the first month it typically snows in Greenbelt, Maryland. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenbelt?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Greenbelt, Maryland, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Greenbelt?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenbelt have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Greenbelt is 5.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Greenbelt are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Greenbelt?

In Greenbelt, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average temperature in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average pressure in December - Greenbelt, 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
Greenbelt, MD

Average wind speed in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Greenbelt, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Greenbelt, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average snowfall in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Greenbelt, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenbelt, 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average UV index in December - Greenbelt, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Greenbelt, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
Greenbelt, MD

Average visibility in December - Greenbelt, 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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