December weather forecast
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cherry Tree Hills, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Cherry Tree Hills witnesses an average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cherry Tree Hills, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cherry Tree Hills, Maryland, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cherry Tree Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 16 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cherry Tree Hills, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cherry Tree Hills. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cherry Tree Hills?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cherry Tree Hills, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cherry Tree Hills?

In Cherry Tree Hills, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cherry Tree Hills have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherry Tree Hills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average temperature in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°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: 31.3°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average pressure in December - Cherry Tree 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
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average wind speed in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average humidity in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average rainfall in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average snowfall in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 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
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherry Tree Hills, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average UV index in December - Cherry Tree 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Cherry Tree Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cherry Tree Hills, MD

Average visibility in December - Cherry Tree Hills, 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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