December weather forecast
Mitchellville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mitchellville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Mitchellville, Maryland, experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Mitchellville's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In Mitchellville, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mitchellville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mitchellville, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Mitchellville, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Mitchellville in December has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mitchellville, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mitchellville, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mitchellville, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mitchellville, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mitchellville is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Mitchellville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average temperature in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average pressure in December - Mitchellville, 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
Mitchellville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average humidity in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Mitchellville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mitchellville, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mitchellville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average UV index in December - Mitchellville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mitchellville, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Mitchellville, MD

Average visibility in December - Mitchellville, 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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