December weather forecast
Pylesville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pylesville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Pylesville's temperature drops to an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Pylesville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pylesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Pylesville, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pylesville. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Pylesville during December is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°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 Pylesville, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pylesville have in December?

In Pylesville, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pylesville have in December?

In Pylesville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Pylesville, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pylesville, MD

Average pressure in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"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 - Pylesville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pylesville, MD

Average humidity in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pylesville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Pylesville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pylesville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pylesville, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pylesville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Pylesville, 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 - Pylesville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Pylesville, MD

Average visibility in December - Pylesville, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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