December weather forecast
Lexington Park, MD

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter, reinstating a familiar chill and relative stillness in the air. The landscape transforms into a wonderland with the arrival of the first snowfall, though it amounts to a modest 0.55in. With the cloud cover percentage climbing up to 43, several overcast days are expected. The decrease in daylight hours adds to the cozy winter atmosphere. The weather in December mirrors the peace and stillness of the year-end, heralding festive celebrations under the clear, starlit skies of Lexington Park.

Temperature

The transition into December in Lexington Park is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). In Lexington Park, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lexington Park is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lexington Park, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lexington Park, Maryland, there are 121.6 rainfall days, and 11.18" (284mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lexington Park are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Lexington Park is December, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Lexington Park, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lexington Park in December?

During December, Lexington Park experiences an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington Park?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lexington Park in December?

In Lexington Park, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lexington Park?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lexington Park in December?

In Lexington Park, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington Park?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lexington Park, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lexington Park?

The average day length in December in Lexington Park is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lexington Park?

On the first day of December in Lexington Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lexington Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lexington Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lexington Park?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average temperature in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average pressure in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average wind speed in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average humidity in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average rainfall in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average snowfall in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.7 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
Lexington Park, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average UV index in December - Lexington Park, 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
Lexington Park, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Lexington Park, MD

Average visibility in December - Lexington Park, 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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