December weather forecast
Cedar Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cedar Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Cedar Heights experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cedar Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cedar Heights.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cedar Heights, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cedar Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cedar Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Cedar Heights, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Cedar Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Cedar Heights, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Cedar Heights, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cedar Heights, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Heights, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Cedar Heights, 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
Cedar Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Cedar Heights, 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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