December weather forecast
Beaver Creek, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Beaver Creek, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Beaver Creek's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Beaver Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Beaver Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 14.29" (363mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Beaver Creek. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Beaver Creek is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Beaver Creek, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Beaver Creek, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Beaver Creek, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beaver Creek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Beaver Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average temperature in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average pressure in December - Beaver Creek, 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
Beaver Creek, MD

Average wind speed in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average humidity in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average rainfall in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average snowfall in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Beaver Creek, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beaver Creek, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average UV index in December - Beaver Creek, 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
Beaver Creek, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Beaver Creek, MD

Average visibility in December - Beaver Creek, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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