December weather forecast
Rock Creek Park, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rock Creek Park, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Rock Creek Park's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Rock Creek Park reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Rock Creek Park, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rock Creek Park, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rock Creek Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 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

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°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 appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rock Creek Park in December?

In Rock Creek Park, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rock Creek Park, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) 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?

In December, the average day length in Rock Creek Park is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average pressure in December - Rock Creek 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average humidity in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rock Creek 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average visibility in December - Rock Creek 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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