December weather forecast
Highland Beach, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland Beach, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). The low-temperature average for Highland Beach during December stands at an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highland Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Highland Beach, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Highland Beach, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 46°F (7.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Highland Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Highland Beach, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Highland Beach, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Highland Beach, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average temperature in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average pressure in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Highland Beach, MD

Average wind speed in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average humidity in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average rainfall in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average snowfall in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Highland Beach, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Beach, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average UV index in December - Highland Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Highland Beach, MD

Average visibility in December - Highland Beach, 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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