December weather forecast
Hunt Valley, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hunt Valley, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hunt Valley, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hunt Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hunt Valley, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hunt Valley, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hunt Valley, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Hunt Valley have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 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 Hunt Valley have in December?

In Hunt Valley, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°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: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average pressure in December - Hunt Valley, 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
Hunt Valley, MD

Average wind speed in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average humidity in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average snowfall in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
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 - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Hunt Valley, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hunt Valley, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Hunt Valley, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hunt Valley, MD

Average UV index in December - Hunt Valley, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Hunt Valley, 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
Hunt Valley, MD

Average visibility in December - Hunt Valley, 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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