December weather forecast
Henderson, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Henderson, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of December, Henderson experiences a steady low-temperature average of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Henderson, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Henderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Henderson. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Henderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Henderson?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Henderson, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Henderson, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Henderson is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Henderson have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Henderson, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Henderson have in December?

In Henderson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Henderson?

January 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Henderson, MD

Average temperature in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"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 - Henderson, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Henderson, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Henderson, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Henderson, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Henderson, 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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