December weather forecastHillandale, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hillandale, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). In December, Hillandale reports a consistent average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the nights.Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Hillandale, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hillandale, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hillandale, 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: 33.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Hillandale, 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
Hillandale, 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 (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Hillandale, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Hillandale, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Hillandale, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hillandale, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Hillandale, 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).
