December weather forecast
Lake Forest, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lake Forest, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lake Forest experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Lake Forest, in December, the average low-temperature is a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake Forest is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lake Forest. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lake Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) 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 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Forest. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Lake Forest?

During December, Lake Forest experiences an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Forest?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake Forest is 75%.

How much does it rain in Lake Forest in December?

In Lake Forest, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake Forest in December?

In Lake Forest, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Forest?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lake Forest have in December?

In Lake Forest, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Forest?

On the first day of December in Lake Forest, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Forest have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lake Forest, Maryland, is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake Forest?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lake Forest?

In Lake Forest, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average temperature in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average pressure in December - Lake Forest, 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
Lake Forest, MD

Average wind speed in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average humidity in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average rainfall in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average snowfall in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Lake Forest, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Forest, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average UV index in December - Lake Forest, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Forest, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Lake Forest, MD

Average visibility in December - Lake Forest, 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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