December weather forecast
Laytonsville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laytonsville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During December, Laytonsville's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Laytonsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Laytonsville, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Laytonsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Laytonsville, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Laytonsville, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Laytonsville?

In Laytonsville, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Laytonsville, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average temperature in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average pressure in December - Laytonsville, 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
Laytonsville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Laytonsville, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laytonsville, 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 months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average UV index in December - Laytonsville, 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
Laytonsville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Laytonsville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Laytonsville, MD

Average visibility in December - Laytonsville, 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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