December weather forecast
Spencer Gardens, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spencer Gardens, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

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. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Spencer Gardens, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

Sunshine

In Spencer Gardens, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Spencer Gardens in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Spencer Gardens, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Spencer Gardens?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Spencer Gardens, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spencer Gardens, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Spencer Gardens have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Spencer Gardens, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average temperature in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average pressure in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average wind speed in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average humidity in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average rainfall in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average snowfall in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average UV index in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Spencer Gardens, 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
Spencer Gardens, MD

Average visibility in December - Spencer Gardens, 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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