Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, Laurel observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Laurel.Rainfall
In December, in Laurel, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Laurel are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Laurel, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Laurel.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Laurel in December?
What is the most humid month in Laurel?
What is the average humidity in December in Laurel?
How many days does it rain in December in Laurel?
How many days does it snow in December in Laurel?
What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel?
How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Laurel?
How many hours of sunshine does Laurel have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Laurel?
What is the UV index reading in December in Laurel?
Average temperature in December
Laurel, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Laurel, VA
- 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
Laurel, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Laurel, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Laurel, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Laurel, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Laurel, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Laurel, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Laurel, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Laurel, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Laurel, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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