December weather forecast
Wesley Chapel, MD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wesley Chapel, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Wesley Chapel, 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 December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wesley Chapel, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wesley Chapel, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wesley Chapel?

In Wesley Chapel, 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 in Wesley Chapel.

How many hours of daylight does Wesley Chapel have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wesley Chapel?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average temperature in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average pressure in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average wind speed in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average humidity in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average rainfall in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average snowfall in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average UV index in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Wesley Chapel, 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
Wesley Chapel, MD

Average visibility in December - Wesley Chapel, 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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