December weather forecast
Ben Oaks, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ben Oaks, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Ben Oaks, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ben Oaks, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Ben Oaks, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ben Oaks in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ben Oaks, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ben Oaks have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ben Oaks, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average temperature in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average pressure in December - Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, MD

Average wind speed in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average humidity in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average snowfall in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Ben Oaks, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ben Oaks, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average UV index in December - Ben Oaks, 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
Ben Oaks, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ben Oaks, MD

Average visibility in December - Ben Oaks, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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