December weather forecast
Bethesda, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bethesda, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Bethesda falls to an average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bethesda, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Bethesda?

In Bethesda, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bethesda?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bethesda, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
Bethesda, MD

Average temperature in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethesda, MD

Average pressure in December - Bethesda, 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
Bethesda, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethesda, MD

Average humidity in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Bethesda, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethesda, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethesda, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bethesda, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethesda, MD

Average UV index in December - Bethesda, 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
Bethesda, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bethesda, 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
Bethesda, MD

Average visibility in December - Bethesda, 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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