December weather forecastSandy Spring, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sandy Spring, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Temperature
Sandy Spring's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Sandy Spring, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandy Spring, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Spring, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandy Spring, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.1 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Sandy Spring, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
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
Sandy Spring, 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).
