December weather forecast
Piedmont Acres, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Piedmont Acres, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Piedmont Acres, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Piedmont Acres, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Piedmont Acres, 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Piedmont Acres?

In Piedmont Acres, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piedmont Acres?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Piedmont Acres?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Piedmont Acres, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Piedmont Acres, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Piedmont Acres, Maryland, 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
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average temperature in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Piedmont Acres, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average humidity in December - Piedmont Acres, 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, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average rainfall in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average snowfall in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piedmont Acres, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average UV index in December - Piedmont Acres, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Piedmont Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Piedmont Acres, MD

Average visibility in December - Piedmont Acres, 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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