December weather forecast
North Bethesda, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in North Bethesda, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). North Bethesda encounters a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In North Bethesda, Maryland, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in North Bethesda, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In North Bethesda, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In North Bethesda, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in North Bethesda. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in North Bethesda, is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Bethesda, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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, in North Bethesda, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does North Bethesda have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in North Bethesda is 5.1h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In North Bethesda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average temperature in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average pressure in December - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average wind speed in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average humidity in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall days in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall days in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average sunshine days in December - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
North Bethesda, MD

Average UV index in December - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average cloud cover in December - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average visibility in December - North Bethesda, 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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