December weather forecast
Garrison, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Garrison, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is noted during the nights in December in Garrison.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Garrison is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Garrison are January through April, November and December. In Garrison, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Garrison, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Garrison is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Garrison, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
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. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Garrison, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Garrison, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Garrison have in December?

In December, the average day length in Garrison is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Garrison have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Garrison, MD

Average temperature in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Garrison, MD

Average pressure in December - Garrison, 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
Garrison, MD

Average wind speed in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Garrison, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Garrison, MD

Average rainfall in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Garrison, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Garrison, MD

Average snowfall in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Garrison, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Garrison, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garrison, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Garrison, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Garrison, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Garrison, MD

Average UV index in December - Garrison, 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
Garrison, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Garrison, 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
Garrison, MD

Average visibility in December - Garrison, 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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