December weather forecast
Garfield Manor, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

During the shift to December, Garfield Manor records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

In Garfield Manor, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Garfield Manor, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Garfield Manor, Maryland. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Garfield Manor, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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

In Garfield Manor, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Garfield Manor, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Garfield Manor, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Garfield Manor, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

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 in Garfield Manor.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Garfield Manor, sunrise is at 7:09 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 Garfield Manor have in December?

In Garfield Manor, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months 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.

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 low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Garfield Manor, MD

Average temperature in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average pressure in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average wind speed in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average humidity in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average rainfall in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average snowfall in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average UV index in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Garfield Manor, 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
Garfield Manor, MD

Average visibility in December - Garfield Manor, 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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