December weather forecast
Willowdale, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Willowdale, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Willowdale's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Willowdale, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Willowdale, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Willowdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Willowdale is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Willowdale, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Willowdale, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) 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?

In Willowdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Willowdale, 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 Willowdale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Willowdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Willowdale, MD

Average temperature in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Willowdale, MD

Average pressure in December - Willowdale, 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
Willowdale, MD

Average wind speed in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Willowdale, MD

Average humidity in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Willowdale, MD

Average rainfall in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Willowdale, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willowdale, MD

Average snowfall in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willowdale, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Willowdale, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willowdale, 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
Willowdale, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Willowdale, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Willowdale, MD

Average UV index in December - Willowdale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Willowdale, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Willowdale, 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
Willowdale, MD

Average visibility in December - Willowdale, 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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