December weather forecast
Towson, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Towson, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). During December, Towson witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In Towson, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Towson, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.9 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Towson are January through April, November and December. In Towson, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Towson is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Towson, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Towson is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Towson?

During December, Towson experiences an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Towson?

In Towson, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Towson in December?

In December, in Towson, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Towson?

In Towson, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Towson?

The month with the shortest days in Towson, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Towson have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Towson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Towson, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Towson?

In Towson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Towson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Towson?

In Towson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Towson, MD

Average temperature in December - Towson, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Towson, MD

Average pressure in December - Towson, 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
Towson, MD

Average wind speed in December - Towson, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Towson, MD

Average humidity in December - Towson, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Towson, MD

Average rainfall in December - Towson, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Towson, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Towson, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Towson, MD

Average snowfall in December - Towson, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Towson, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Towson, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Towson, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Towson, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Towson, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Towson, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Towson, MD

Average UV index in December - Towson, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Towson, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Towson, 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Towson, MD

Average visibility in December - Towson, 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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