December weather forecast
Green Wood Knolls, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Green Wood Knolls, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Green Wood Knolls experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Green Wood Knolls, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Green Wood Knolls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Green Wood Knolls, Maryland, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Green Wood Knolls, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Green Wood Knolls, is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Green Wood Knolls, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Green Wood Knolls have in December?

In December, the average day length in Green Wood Knolls is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Green Wood Knolls, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
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Average temperature in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Green Wood Knolls, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Green Wood Knolls, MD

Average snowfall in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Green Wood Knolls, 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
Green Wood Knolls, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Green Wood Knolls, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Green Wood Knolls, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Green Wood Knolls, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Green Wood Knolls, 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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