December weather forecast
Mount Airy, MD

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Weather in December

December brings back winter in full swing in Mount Airy, Maryland, with average lower temperatures falling to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). With 2.13" (54mm) of snowfall in December, the city turns into a winter wonderland. Early twilights prompt a reliance on warm indoor lighting, creating a cozy indoor environment. People indulge in winter sports, finding joy in the season’s offerings. As the year draws to a close, the warmth of holiday spirit engulfs the chilly city, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

Mount Airy's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout December, Mount Airy anticipates an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Airy, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) 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 4:45 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 is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Airy, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mount Airy, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) 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 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Airy?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is 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 intensity in December?

In Mount Airy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average temperature in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average pressure in December - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, MD

Average wind speed in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average humidity in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average rainfall in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average snowfall in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Airy, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average UV index in December - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Mount Airy, MD

Average visibility in December - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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