December weather forecast
Bel Air, MD

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Weather in December

December marks the official onset of winter, with temperatures dropping to a chilly 32.2°F (0.1°C) at night. It brings the magic of holiday season to Bel Air, with homes adorned with lights and decorations. Snowfall occurs again and the snow-covered ground echoes the festive spirit in the air. The daylight is at its shortest during December, receding as early as 4 pm in the latter half of the month. This makes driving conditions potentially difficult, with icy roads and darker hours.

Temperature

Bel Air in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In Bel Air, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bel Air, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bel Air, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bel Air, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Bel Air, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bel Air, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bel Air, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bel Air have in December?

In Bel Air, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bel Air, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bel Air?

In Bel Air, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bel Air, MD

Average temperature in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bel Air, MD

Average pressure in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bel Air, MD

Average wind speed in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bel Air, MD

Average humidity in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bel Air, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bel Air, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bel Air, MD

Average UV index in December - Bel Air, 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
Bel Air, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bel Air, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Bel Air, MD

Average visibility in December - Bel Air, MD
  • 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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