December weather forecast
Quantico, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Quantico, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is noted in Quantico.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Quantico, Maryland, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Quantico, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Quantico, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Quantico, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Quantico is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Quantico. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Quantico?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Quantico, Maryland, are 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Quantico?

The average relative humidity in December in Quantico is 78%.

How much does it rain in Quantico in December?

In December, in Quantico, Maryland, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Quantico?

In Quantico, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Quantico?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Quantico is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Quantico?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Quantico, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quantico have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Quantico?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Quantico?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Quantico is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Quantico, MD

Average temperature in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Quantico, MD

Average pressure in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Quantico, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Quantico, MD

Average humidity in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Quantico, MD

Average rainfall in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Quantico, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Quantico, MD

Average snowfall in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Quantico, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Quantico, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Quantico, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Quantico, MD

Average UV index in December - Quantico, 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
Quantico, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Quantico, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Quantico, MD

Average visibility in December - Quantico, 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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