December weather forecast
Glen Echo, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glen Echo, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). The low-temperature average for Glen Echo during December stands at an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Glen Echo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glen Echo, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Glen Echo, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.7 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

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 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Glen Echo.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature during December is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Glen Echo?

In Glen Echo, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Glen Echo, 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 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Echo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Glen Echo, MD

Average temperature in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average pressure in December - Glen Echo, 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
Glen Echo, MD

Average wind speed in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average humidity in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average rainfall in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average snowfall in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Glen Echo, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Echo, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average UV index in December - Glen Echo, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Echo, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Glen Echo, MD

Average visibility in December - Glen Echo, 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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