December weather forecast
Suitland, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Suitland, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Suitland, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Suitland are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Suitland, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Suitland, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Suitland, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Suitland have in December?

In Suitland, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Suitland?

On the first day of December in Suitland, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Suitland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Suitland, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Suitland, MD

Average temperature in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Suitland, MD

Average pressure in December - Suitland, 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
Suitland, MD

Average wind speed in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Suitland, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Suitland, MD

Average rainfall in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Suitland, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Suitland, MD

Average snowfall in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Suitland, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Suitland, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Suitland, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Suitland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Suitland, MD

Average UV index in December - Suitland, 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
Suitland, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Suitland, 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
Suitland, MD

Average visibility in December - Suitland, 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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