December weather forecast
Union Hills, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Union Hills, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). In December, Union Hills reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Union Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Union Hills, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Union Hills, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Union Hills is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Union Hills, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Union Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Union Hills, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Union Hills, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Union Hills?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Union Hills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in December in Union Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Union Hills, MD

Average temperature in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Union Hills, MD

Average pressure in December - Union Hills, 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
Union Hills, MD

Average wind speed in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Union Hills, MD

Average humidity in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Union Hills, MD

Average rainfall in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Union Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Union Hills, MD

Average snowfall in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Union Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Union Hills, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Union Hills, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Union Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Union Hills, MD

Average UV index in December - Union Hills, 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
Union Hills, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Union Hills, MD

Average visibility in December - Union Hills, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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