December weather forecast
Highview, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highview, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). December's average low-temperature reading in Highview settles at a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In Highview, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Highview, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highview, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Highview. In Highview, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Highview, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 11.1" (282mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Highview, Maryland, is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Highview, Maryland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Highview in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Highview, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highview?

In December, the average relative humidity in Highview is 78%.

How much does it rain in Highview in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Highview in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highview?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Highview?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Highview?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highview, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Highview?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highview?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Highview?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Highview, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Highview, MD

Average temperature in December - Highview, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highview, MD

Average pressure in December - Highview, 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
Highview, MD

Average wind speed in December - Highview, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highview, MD

Average humidity in December - Highview, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highview, MD

Average rainfall in December - Highview, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highview, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Highview, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highview, MD

Average snowfall in December - Highview, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highview, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Highview, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highview, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highview, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highview, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Highview, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highview, MD

Average UV index in December - Highview, 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
Highview, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Highview, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Highview, MD

Average visibility in December - Highview, 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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