December weather forecast
Homeland Park, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Homeland Park, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Homeland Park, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Homeland Park, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Homeland Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Homeland Park, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Homeland Park?

In Homeland Park, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Homeland Park, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Homeland Park?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Homeland Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average temperature in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average pressure in December - Homeland Park, 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
Homeland Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average humidity in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Homeland Park, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Homeland Park, 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
Homeland Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Homeland Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Homeland Park, MD

Average UV index in December - Homeland Park, 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
Homeland Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Homeland Park, 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
Homeland Park, MD

Average visibility in December - Homeland Park, 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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