December weather forecast
Patuxent Riding, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Patuxent Riding, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

Patuxent Riding records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December nights, Patuxent Riding registers an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Patuxent Riding, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Patuxent Riding?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Patuxent Riding, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Patuxent Riding have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average temperature in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average pressure in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average wind speed in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average humidity in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average rainfall in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average snowfall in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average UV index in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Patuxent Riding, 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
Patuxent Riding, MD

Average visibility in December - Patuxent Riding, 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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