December weather forecast
Bladensburg, MD

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Weather in December

Finalizing the climatic calendar, December in Bladensburg delivers the quintessential winter chill that one would expect. It’s a stark contrast to the moderate climate experienced in November, with the temperature dropping noticeably. December gets doused in a wave of cold, marking the official arrival of winter. The days become increasingly short, with less daylight and sunshine hours compared to November. The biting cold, the pale sun and the first smattering of snow characterize the weather of December, offering a fitting finale to the year.

Temperature

In Bladensburg, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Bladensburg registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Bladensburg, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Bladensburg. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) 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 December in Bladensburg, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bladensburg, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Bladensburg, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bladensburg, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Bladensburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bladensburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bladensburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bladensburg is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bladensburg, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average pressure in December - Bladensburg, 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
Bladensburg, MD

Average wind speed in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bladensburg, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Bladensburg, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bladensburg, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bladensburg, MD

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bladensburg, MD

Average visibility in December - Bladensburg, 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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