December weather forecast
Pikesville, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Pikesville, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). The temperature dips to an average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pikesville, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Pikesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Pikesville, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pikesville is 5.2h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Pikesville, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pikesville?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Pikesville, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pikesville, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pikesville have in December?

In Pikesville, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pikesville have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pikesville?

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pikesville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pikesville, MD

Average temperature in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pikesville, MD

Average pressure in December - Pikesville, 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
Pikesville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Pikesville, 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 (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pikesville, MD

Average humidity in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pikesville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Pikesville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pikesville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pikesville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 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 and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pikesville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pikesville, 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 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
Pikesville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Pikesville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pikesville, MD

Average UV index in December - Pikesville, 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
Pikesville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Pikesville, 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
Pikesville, MD

Average visibility in December - Pikesville, 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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