December weather forecast
Highlands of Olney, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highlands of Olney, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average temperature in Highlands of Olney during December nights dips to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highlands of Olney, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highlands of Olney, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In Highlands of Olney, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Highlands of Olney, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highlands of Olney in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Highlands of Olney, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Highlands of Olney?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Highlands of Olney?

In December, the average relative humidity in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highlands of Olney?

In Highlands of Olney, Maryland, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Highlands of Olney?

In Highlands of Olney, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highlands of Olney?

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

How many hours of daylight does Highlands of Olney have in December?

The average day length in December in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highlands of Olney?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Highlands of Olney?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Highlands of Olney is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Highlands of Olney?

The months with the lowest UV index in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Highlands of Olney?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average temperature in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average pressure in December - Highlands of Olney, 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average wind speed in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average humidity in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average rainfall in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average snowfall in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highlands of Olney, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average UV index in December - Highlands of Olney, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average visibility in December - Highlands of Olney, 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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