December weather forecast
Walnut Lake, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Walnut Lake, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Walnut Lake, Maryland, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Walnut Lake, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Walnut Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Walnut Lake, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Walnut Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Walnut Lake. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Walnut Lake in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Walnut Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Walnut Lake is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Walnut Lake?

In Walnut Lake, Maryland, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Walnut Lake in December?

In Walnut Lake, Maryland, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Walnut Lake?

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

How many hours of daylight does Walnut Lake have in December?

The average day length in December in Walnut Lake is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Walnut Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Walnut Lake have in December?

In Walnut Lake, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Walnut Lake?

January, February 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 Walnut Lake?

In Walnut Lake, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average temperature in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average pressure in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average wind speed in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average humidity in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average rainfall in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average snowfall in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Walnut Lake, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walnut Lake, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average UV index in December - Walnut Lake, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Walnut Lake, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Walnut Lake, MD

Average visibility in December - Walnut Lake, 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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