December weather forecast
Edmonston, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Edmonston, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Edmonston's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Edmonston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Edmonston, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Edmonston, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Edmonston?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Edmonston?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 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.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Edmonston, MD

Average temperature in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Edmonston, MD

Average pressure in December - Edmonston, 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
Edmonston, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Edmonston, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Edmonston, MD

Average rainfall in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Edmonston, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edmonston, MD

Average snowfall in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Edmonston, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Edmonston, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Edmonston, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Edmonston, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Edmonston, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Edmonston, MD

Average UV index in December - Edmonston, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Edmonston, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Edmonston, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Edmonston, MD

Average visibility in December - Edmonston, 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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