December weather forecast
Alma Meadows, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alma Meadows, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alma Meadows, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alma Meadows, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Alma Meadows, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Alma Meadows, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alma Meadows, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alma Meadows have in December?

In Alma Meadows, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alma Meadows?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alma Meadows?

In Alma Meadows, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average temperature in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average pressure in December - Alma Meadows, 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
Alma Meadows, MD

Average wind speed in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average humidity in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average rainfall in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average snowfall in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alma Meadows, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average UV index in December - Alma Meadows, 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
Alma Meadows, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Alma Meadows, MD

Average visibility in December - Alma Meadows, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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