December weather forecast
Kings Heights, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kings Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Kings Heights records an average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kings Heights is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kings Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kings Heights. In Kings Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Kings Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kings Heights is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kings Heights are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kings Heights in December?

In Kings Heights, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kings Heights?

In Kings Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kings Heights?

In Kings Heights, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kings Heights in December?

In Kings Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kings Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kings Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kings Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kings Heights, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kings Heights?

In Kings Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kings Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kings Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kings Heights, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Kings Heights, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Kings Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kings Heights, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kings Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Kings Heights, 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
Kings Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Kings Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

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
Kings Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Kings Heights, 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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