December weather forecast
Riverdale Park, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riverdale Park, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverdale Park, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Riverdale Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riverdale Park, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riverdale Park in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Riverdale Park, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Riverdale Park?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riverdale Park, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average pressure in December - Riverdale Park, 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average humidity in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverdale Park, 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Riverdale Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Riverdale Park, MD

Average UV index in December - Riverdale Park, 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Riverdale Park, 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average visibility in December - Riverdale Park, 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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