December weather forecast
Monrovia, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Monrovia, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Monrovia, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Monrovia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Monrovia, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) 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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Monrovia is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Monrovia, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Monrovia in December?

In Monrovia, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monrovia?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Monrovia have in December?

In December, the average day length in Monrovia is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monrovia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Monrovia, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monrovia, MD

Average temperature in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Monrovia, MD

Average pressure in December - Monrovia, 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
Monrovia, MD

Average wind speed in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Monrovia, MD

Average humidity in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Monrovia, MD

Average rainfall in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Monrovia, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monrovia, MD

Average snowfall in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monrovia, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Monrovia, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monrovia, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monrovia, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Monrovia, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Monrovia, MD

Average UV index in December - Monrovia, 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
Monrovia, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Monrovia, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Monrovia, MD

Average visibility in December - Monrovia, 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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