December weather forecast
View West Acres, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in View West Acres, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In December, View West Acres reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In View West Acres, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In View West Acres, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In View West Acres, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In View West Acres, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In View West Acres, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in View West Acres?

In View West Acres, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In View West Acres, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
View West Acres, MD

Average temperature in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
View West Acres, MD

Average pressure in December - View West Acres, 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
View West Acres, MD

Average wind speed in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
View West Acres, MD

Average humidity in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
View West Acres, MD

Average rainfall in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
View West Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
View West Acres, MD

Average snowfall in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
View West Acres, MD

Average snowfall days in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
View West Acres, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
View West Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
View West Acres, MD

Average UV index in December - View West Acres, 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
View West Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
View West Acres, MD

Average visibility in December - View West Acres, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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