December weather forecast
Edgewood, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Edgewood, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Edgewood experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Edgewood, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Edgewood, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Edgewood, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Edgewood?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Edgewood have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Edgewood, sunrise is at 7:06 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 Edgewood have in December?

In Edgewood, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Edgewood, MD

Average temperature in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°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 (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Edgewood, MD

Average pressure in December - Edgewood, 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
Edgewood, MD

Average wind speed in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Edgewood, MD

Average humidity in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Edgewood, MD

Average rainfall in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Edgewood, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edgewood, MD

Average snowfall in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edgewood, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Edgewood, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Edgewood, 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
Edgewood, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Edgewood, MD

Average UV index in December - Edgewood, 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
Edgewood, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Edgewood, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Edgewood, MD

Average visibility in December - Edgewood, 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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