December weather forecast
Palmer Park, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palmer Park, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Palmer Park registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmer Park, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palmer Park, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palmer Park are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Palmer Park. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) 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 in Palmer Park, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Palmer Park is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palmer Park are January 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmer Park in December?

During December, Palmer Park experiences an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air 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 Palmer Park?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Palmer Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Palmer Park, Maryland, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Palmer Park in December?

In Palmer Park, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Palmer Park?

December is the first month it typically snows in Palmer Park. 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 Palmer Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Palmer Park?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Palmer Park?

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, in Palmer Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palmer Park?

The average sunshine duration in December in Palmer Park is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palmer Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Palmer Park?

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

Average temperature in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average pressure in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average humidity in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average UV index in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average visibility in December - Palmer Park, 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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