December weather forecast
Forest Meadows, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Forest Meadows, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In December, Forest Meadows's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Forest Meadows is 75%.

Rainfall

In Forest Meadows, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Forest Meadows, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Forest Meadows, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Forest Meadows, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Forest Meadows in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Forest Meadows during December are 46°F (7.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Forest Meadows, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Forest Meadows, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Forest Meadows, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forest Meadows?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average temperature in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average pressure in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Forest Meadows, MD

Average wind speed in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average humidity in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average rainfall in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average snowfall in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Forest Meadows, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Meadows, 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: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Meadows, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Meadows, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Forest Meadows, MD

Average visibility in December - Forest Meadows, 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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