December weather forecast
Pleasantville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasantville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasantville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pleasantville, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pleasantville in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Pleasantville?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pleasantville in December?

In Pleasantville, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasantville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pleasantville have in December?

In Pleasantville, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pleasantville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasantville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, 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 Pleasantville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average temperature in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average pressure in December - Pleasantville, 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
Pleasantville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasantville, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasantville, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average UV index in December - Pleasantville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasantville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Pleasantville, MD

Average visibility in December - Pleasantville, 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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