December weather forecastFairmount Heights, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Fairmount Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).Temperature
With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Fairmount Heights anticipates an average minimum temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) in the month of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Fairmount Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Fairmount Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) 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 2.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fairmount Heights, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Fairmount 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).
Average wind speed in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Fairmount 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fairmount Heights, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Fairmount 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).
