December weather forecast
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Timber Ridge Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). An average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Timber Ridge Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Timber Ridge Heights, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.1 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Timber Ridge Heights, 41°F (5°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Timber Ridge Heights?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Timber Ridge Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Timber Ridge Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Timber Ridge Heights have in December?

In Timber Ridge Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Timber Ridge Heights, 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
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Timber Ridge Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Timber Ridge Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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