December weather forecast
West Dale Park, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Dale Park, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, West Dale Park sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In the month of December, West Dale Park witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Dale Park, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Dale Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In West Dale Park, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) 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 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In West Dale Park, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°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 evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Dale Park, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Dale Park, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Dale Park, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Dale Park?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Dale Park have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Dale Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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 West Dale Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average temperature in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average pressure in December - West Dale Park, 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
West Dale Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average humidity in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average snowfall days in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Dale Park, MD

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

Average sunshine days in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - West Dale Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Dale Park, MD

Average UV index in December - West Dale Park, 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
West Dale Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - West Dale Park, 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
West Dale Park, MD

Average visibility in December - West Dale Park, 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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