December weather forecast
Indian Head, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Indian Head, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Indian Head's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Indian Head is an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Indian Head, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Indian Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Indian Head, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Indian Head in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Indian Head, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Indian Head, MD

Average pressure in December - Indian Head, 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
Indian Head, MD

Average wind speed in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Indian Head, MD

Average humidity in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Indian Head, MD

Average rainfall in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Indian Head, MD

Average snowfall in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Indian Head, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Indian Head, MD

Average UV index in December - Indian Head, 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
Indian Head, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Indian Head, MD

Average visibility in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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