December weather forecast
Elkridge Heights, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkridge Heights, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In December, Elkridge Heights encounters an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elkridge Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elkridge Heights, 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 Elkridge Heights, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Elkridge Heights, Maryland, 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 in Elkridge Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
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 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elkridge Heights in December?

December temperatures in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°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 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkridge Heights?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Elkridge Heights?

In Elkridge Heights, 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 Elkridge Heights in December?

In December, in Elkridge Heights, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkridge Heights?

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

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

In Elkridge Heights, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkridge 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, in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

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

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkridge Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elkridge Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Elkridge 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Elkridge 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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