December weather forecast
Heritage Hill, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Heritage Hill, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Heritage Hill, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Heritage Hill, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Heritage Hill, Maryland, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Heritage Hill are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Heritage Hill in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Heritage Hill, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Heritage Hill, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Heritage Hill?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Heritage Hill is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average temperature in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average pressure in December - Heritage Hill, 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
Heritage Hill, MD

Average wind speed in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average humidity in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average rainfall in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average snowfall in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Heritage Hill, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average UV index in December - Heritage Hill, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Heritage Hill, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Heritage Hill, MD

Average visibility in December - Heritage Hill, 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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