December weather forecast
Aspen Hill, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Aspen Hill, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Aspen Hill in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, Aspen Hill experiences an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Aspen Hill, Maryland.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Aspen Hill, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Aspen Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.1 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Aspen Hill is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Aspen Hill is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in Aspen Hill in December?

In Aspen Hill, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Aspen Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Aspen Hill is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Aspen Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Aspen Hill, MD

Average temperature in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Aspen Hill, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Aspen Hill, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Aspen Hill, MD

Average snowfall in December - Aspen Hill, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Aspen Hill, 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).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Aspen Hill, 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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