December weather forecast
Calvert Hills, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Calvert Hills, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Calvert Hills, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Calvert Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Calvert Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Calvert Hills, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Calvert Hills, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Calvert Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Calvert Hills have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 Calvert Hills have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average temperature in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average pressure in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average wind speed in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average humidity in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average rainfall in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average snowfall in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average UV index in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Calvert Hills, 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
Calvert Hills, MD

Average visibility in December - Calvert Hills, 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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