December weather forecast
Valley Meade, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Valley Meade, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December, Valley Meade witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Valley Meade, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Valley Meade, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Valley Meade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Valley Meade, Maryland, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Valley Meade, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Valley Meade?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Valley Meade, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Valley Meade?

In Valley Meade, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley Meade have in December?

In Valley Meade, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month 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?

In Valley Meade, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Valley Meade, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Valley Meade, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Valley Meade, 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 - Valley Meade, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
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Average visibility in December - Valley Meade, 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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