December weather forecast
Damascus Terrace, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Damascus Terrace, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Damascus Terrace's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Damascus Terrace, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Damascus Terrace, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Damascus Terrace, Maryland. In Damascus Terrace, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

The average sunshine in December in Damascus Terrace 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Damascus Terrace, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically 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 Damascus Terrace have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 many hours of sunshine does Damascus Terrace have in December?

In Damascus Terrace, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Damascus Terrace?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Damascus Terrace, MD

Average temperature in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average pressure in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average wind speed in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average humidity in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average rainfall in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average snowfall in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December - Damascus Terrace, 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 Terrace, MD

Average visibility in December - Damascus Terrace, 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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