Baltimore weather in December
December in Baltimore averages 48°F by day and 30°F at night, with 3.7 inches of precipitation and 2.5 inches of snow. It is the 10th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 48°F-10° vs November
- Average low
- 30°F21 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 3.7 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 2.5 in0 days at 90°F+
Is December a good time to visit Baltimore?
December is cool, with highs around 48°F. The most comfortable months overall are April to June and September to October.
What to do in Baltimore in December
Mix it up: Walters Art Museum, Baltimore Museum of Art, Fort McHenry, The Maryland Zoo. All things to do in Baltimore.
On December 15 the sun rises at 7:19 am and sets at 4:44 pm, giving 9h 25m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Baltimore in December
- A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
- Expect nights below freezing
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
December nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 48°F | 30°F | 3.7 in | |
| Columbia, MD | 14 mi | 48°F | 30°F | 3.7 in |
| Annapolis, MD | 22 mi | 48°F | 30°F | 3.7 in |
| Silver Spring, MD | 30 mi | 49°F | 35°F | 3.4 in |
| Bethesda, MD | 33 mi | 49°F | 35°F | 3.4 in |
| Washington, DC | 34 mi | 49°F | 35°F | 3.4 in |
| Arlington, VA | 39 mi | 49°F | 35°F | 3.4 in |
Warmer places in December
Big cities with comfortable December highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Baltimore in December?
In December, Baltimore averages a high of 48°F and a low of 30°F, with 3.7 inches of precipitation and 2.5 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is December a good time to visit Baltimore?
December is cool to cold in Baltimore, with average highs of 48°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Baltimore in December?
Yes. December averages 2.5 inches of snow.
Before and after: Baltimore in November and Baltimore in January. All twelve months: Baltimore weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Baltimore Wash Intl. Airport, MD, 9 miles from the city center.