December weather forecast
Elk Mills, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elk Mills, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.2°F (6.2°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Elk Mills's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Elk Mills, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Elk Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Elk Mills, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elk Mills, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elk Mills, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elk Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elk Mills, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elk Mills, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elk Mills have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Mills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elk Mills, Maryland, is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elk Mills?

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average temperature in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average pressure in December - Elk Mills, 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
Elk Mills, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average humidity in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average rainfall in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average snowfall in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Elk Mills, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk Mills, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average UV index in December - Elk Mills, 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
Elk Mills, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elk Mills, MD

Average visibility in December - Elk Mills, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (5mi).

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