December weather forecast
Fenwood Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fenwood Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout December, Fenwood Heights's nights cool down to an average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fenwood Heights, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fenwood Heights, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fenwood Heights, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fenwood Heights in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Fenwood Heights have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fenwood Heights?

In Fenwood Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Fenwood Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fenwood Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Fenwood 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Fenwood Heights, 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, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Fenwood Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 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
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Average snowfall in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fenwood Heights, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Fenwood 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Fenwood Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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