December weather forecast
Wheaton Woods, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wheaton Woods, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Wheaton Woods's temperature lowers to a mean of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wheaton Woods are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wheaton Woods, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Wheaton Woods, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wheaton Woods, Maryland, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Wheaton Woods, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wheaton Woods, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheaton Woods are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. 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 Wheaton Woods in December?

December temperatures in Wheaton Woods vary between a high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Wheaton Woods?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wheaton Woods?

In Wheaton Woods, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wheaton Woods?

In Wheaton Woods, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wheaton Woods in December?

In Wheaton Woods, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheaton Woods?

December has the shortest days of the year in Wheaton Woods, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wheaton Woods have in December?

The average day length in December in Wheaton Woods is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wheaton Woods?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheaton Woods have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wheaton Woods?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheaton Woods, Maryland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wheaton Woods?

In Wheaton Woods, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wheaton Woods, MD

Average temperature in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Wheaton Woods, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wheaton Woods, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wheaton Woods, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheaton Woods, 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wheaton Woods, 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).

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