December weather forecast
Indian Head, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Indian Head, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 33.6°F (0.9°C) at night.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Indian Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Indian Head are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Indian Head, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Indian Head, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Indian Head, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Indian Head. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Indian Head in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Indian Head, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Indian Head?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Indian Head, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in December in Indian Head?

The average relative humidity in December in Indian Head is 77%.

How much does it rain in Indian Head in December?

In Indian Head, Maryland, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Indian Head?

December is the first month it typically snows in Indian Head. Throughout December, in the average 2.1 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Indian Head?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Indian Head?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Indian Head?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Indian Head?

The months with the least sunshine in Indian Head, Maryland, are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Indian Head?

In Indian Head, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Indian Head?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Indian Head?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Indian Head, MD

Average pressure in December - Indian Head, 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
Indian Head, MD

Average wind speed in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Indian Head, MD

Average humidity in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Indian Head, MD

Average rainfall in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Indian Head, MD

Average snowfall in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Indian Head, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Indian Head, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Indian Head, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Indian Head, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Indian Head, MD

Average UV index in December - Indian Head, 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
Indian Head, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Indian Head, 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Indian Head, MD

Average visibility in December - Indian Head, 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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