December weather forecast
Lakeland Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lakeland Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lakeland Heights experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). In December, Lakeland Heights experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Lakeland Heights, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lakeland Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lakeland Heights are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lakeland Heights in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakeland Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Lakeland Heights in December?

In Lakeland Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lakeland Heights in December?

In December, in Lakeland Heights, Maryland, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Lakeland Heights, Maryland, is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lakeland Heights?

On the first day of December in Lakeland Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December in Lakeland Heights, Maryland, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lakeland Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lakeland Heights?

In Lakeland Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Lakeland 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
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 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
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Lakeland 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeland Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Lakeland Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Lakeland Heights, 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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