December weather forecastValley Meade, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Valley Meade, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December, Valley Meade witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
In Valley Meade, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Valley Meade, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Valley Meade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Valley Meade, Maryland, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Valley Meade, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.1°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
Valley Meade, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Valley Meade, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Valley Meade, 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 12min
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
Valley Meade, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Valley Meade, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Valley Meade, 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 29).
Average visibility in December
Valley Meade, 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).
