December weather forecast
Oak West, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Oak West, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In the month of December, an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oak West, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Oak West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oak West, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oak West.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oak West, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Oak West, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak West have in December?

In Oak West, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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 Oak West?

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

Average temperature in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oak West, MD

Average pressure in December - Oak West, 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
Oak West, MD

Average wind speed in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Oak West, MD

Average humidity in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oak West, MD

Average rainfall in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Oak West, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oak West, MD

Average snowfall in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oak West, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Oak West, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December
Oak West, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Oak West, MD

Average UV index in December - Oak West, 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
Oak West, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Oak West, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
Oak West, MD

Average visibility in December - Oak West, 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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