December weather forecast
White Plains, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in White Plains, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) from a cool 55°F (12.8°C). White Plains experiences a consistent average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in White Plains is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in White Plains, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in White Plains. In White Plains, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In White Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in White Plains. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for White Plains in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in White Plains, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in White Plains?

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

How many days does it rain in December in White Plains?

In White Plains, Maryland, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in White Plains in December?

In White Plains, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in White Plains?

The month with the shortest days in White Plains, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in White Plains?

In December, the average day length in White Plains is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in White Plains?

On the first day of December in White Plains, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in White Plains?

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in White Plains, Maryland.

How many hours of sunshine does White Plains have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in White Plains, Maryland, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in White Plains?

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 White Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in White Plains, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
White Plains, MD

Average temperature in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
White Plains, MD

Average pressure in December - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

Average wind speed in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
White Plains, MD

Average humidity in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall days in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall days in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
White Plains, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
White Plains, MD

Average sunshine days in December - White Plains, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
White Plains, MD

Average UV index in December - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

Average cloud cover in December - White Plains, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
White Plains, MD

Average visibility in December - White Plains, 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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