December weather forecast
Damascus Gardens, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Damascus Gardens, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In the month of December, an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In Damascus Gardens, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Damascus Gardens, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Damascus Gardens, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Damascus Gardens, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Damascus Gardens experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Damascus Gardens?

In Damascus Gardens, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Damascus Gardens, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Damascus Gardens, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Damascus Gardens?

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

How many hours of daylight does Damascus Gardens have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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 in Damascus Gardens.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average temperature in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average pressure in December - Damascus Gardens, 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
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average wind speed in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average humidity in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average rainfall in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average snowfall in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Damascus Gardens, 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: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Damascus Gardens, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average UV index in December - Damascus Gardens, 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
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Damascus Gardens, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Damascus Gardens, MD

Average visibility in December - Damascus Gardens, 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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