December weather forecast
Bel Air, MD

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Weather in December

December marks the official onset of winter, with temperatures dropping to a chilly 32.2°F (0.1°C) at night. It brings the magic of holiday season to Bel Air, with homes adorned with lights and decorations. Snowfall occurs again and the snow-covered ground echoes the festive spirit in the air. The daylight is at its shortest during December, receding as early as 4 pm in the latter half of the month. This makes driving conditions potentially difficult, with icy roads and darker hours.

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout December, Bel Air witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bel Air, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bel Air, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Bel Air, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bel Air in December?

In Bel Air, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bel Air, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Bel Air have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bel Air have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bel Air?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Bel Air, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bel Air, MD

Average temperature in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bel Air, MD

Average pressure in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bel Air, MD

Average wind speed in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bel Air, MD

Average humidity in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bel Air, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bel Air, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bel Air, MD

Average UV index in December - Bel Air, 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
Bel Air, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Bel Air, MD

Average visibility in December - Bel Air, 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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