December weather forecast
Green Hill Acres, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Green Hill Acres, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Green Hill Acres, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Green Hill Acres, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Green Hill Acres, Maryland, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Green Hill Acres, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Green Hill Acres?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Green Hill Acres have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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 intensity in December in Green Hill Acres?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average temperature in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Green Hill Acres, 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
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average wind speed in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average humidity in December - Green Hill Acres, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average rainfall in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average snowfall in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
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 - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Green Hill Acres, 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: 4h and 5min

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
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average UV index in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Green Hill Acres, MD

Average visibility in December - Green Hill Acres, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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