December weather forecast
Helen, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Helen, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.6°F (8.1°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Helen observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Helen, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Helen, Maryland, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Helen, there are 10.6 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Helen, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Helen, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Helen, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Helen in December?

December temperatures in Helen vary between a high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Helen?

The average relative humidity in December in Helen, Maryland, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Helen in December?

In Helen, Maryland, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Helen?

In December, in Helen, Maryland, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Helen?

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

How many hours of daylight does Helen have in December?

In Helen, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Helen?

On the first day of December in Helen, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Helen?

In Helen, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Helen?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Helen?

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

Average temperature in December - Helen, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in December
Helen, MD

Average pressure in December - Helen, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Helen, MD

Average wind speed in December - Helen, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Helen, MD

Average humidity in December - Helen, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Helen, MD

Average rainfall in December - Helen, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Helen, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Helen, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Helen, MD

Average snowfall in December - Helen, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
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
Helen, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Helen, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Helen, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helen, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Helen, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Helen, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Helen, MD

Average UV index in December - Helen, 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
Helen, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Helen, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Helen, MD

Average visibility in December - Helen, 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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