December weather forecast
Bentwillow Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During December nights, Bentwillow Heights records an average temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bentwillow Heights is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Bentwillow Heights. In Bentwillow Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Bentwillow Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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, in Bentwillow Heights, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bentwillow Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bentwillow Heights. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bentwillow Heights?

December temperatures in Bentwillow Heights vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bentwillow Heights?

In Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bentwillow Heights in December?

In December, in Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bentwillow Heights?

In Bentwillow Heights, Maryland, 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 in Bentwillow Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bentwillow Heights?

The average day length in December in Bentwillow Heights is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bentwillow Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bentwillow Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bentwillow Heights is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bentwillow Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bentwillow Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bentwillow Heights 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
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Bentwillow 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Bentwillow Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Bentwillow Heights, 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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