December weather forecast
Forest Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Forest Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Forest Heights, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Forest Heights.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Forest Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Forest Heights, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) 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 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Forest Heights, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Forest Heights in December?

In Forest Heights, 46.2°F (7.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Forest Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Forest Heights are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Forest Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Forest Heights in December?

In Forest Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Forest Heights in December?

In December, in Forest Heights, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

How many hours of daylight does Forest Heights have in December?

In Forest Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forest Heights?

On the first day of December in Forest Heights, Maryland, 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 4:56 pm EST.

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

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

When is the lowest UV index in Forest Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Forest Heights?

In Forest Heights, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Forest 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Forest 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Forest Heights, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Forest 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Forest 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Forest Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Forest Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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