December weather forecast
Bethesda, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bethesda, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In the month of December, Bethesda witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bethesda is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bethesda, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bethesda are January through May, October through December. In Bethesda, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bethesda, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bethesda, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bethesda in December?

Bethesda in December has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bethesda?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Bethesda in December?

In Bethesda, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bethesda in December?

In December, in Bethesda, Ohio, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bethesda?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bethesda, Ohio, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bethesda?

In December, the average day length in Bethesda is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bethesda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bethesda, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethesda have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bethesda, Ohio, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bethesda?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Bethesda, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bethesda?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bethesda, Ohio, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethesda, OH

Average temperature in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethesda, OH

Average pressure in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bethesda, OH

Average wind speed in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethesda, OH

Average humidity in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethesda, OH

Average rainfall in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethesda, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethesda, OH

Average snowfall in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethesda, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bethesda, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethesda, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethesda, OH

Average UV index in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bethesda, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Bethesda, OH

Average visibility in December - Bethesda, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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