December weather forecast
Wards Meadow, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wards Meadow, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout the month of December, Wards Meadow reports a steady low-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Wards Meadow, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wards Meadow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Wards Meadow, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Wards Meadow, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Wards Meadow experiences an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wards Meadow, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wards Meadow, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Wards Meadow have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wards Meadow have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wards Meadow is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Wards Meadow, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average temperature in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average pressure in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average wind speed in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average humidity in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average rainfall in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average snowfall in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Wards Meadow, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wards Meadow, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average UV index in December - Wards Meadow, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Wards Meadow, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Wards Meadow, MD

Average visibility in December - Wards Meadow, 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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