December weather forecastKensington, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Kensington, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Kensington in December experiences a low-temperature average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Kensington, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 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
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kensington, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Kensington, 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
Kensington, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Kensington, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Kensington, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kensington, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kensington, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kensington, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Kensington, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Kensington, 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).
