December weather forecast
Marlow Heights, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marlow Heights, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Throughout December, Marlow Heights experiences a low-temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Marlow Heights is 75%.

Rainfall

In Marlow Heights, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marlow Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Marlow Heights are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Marlow Heights, Maryland. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Marlow Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Marlow Heights.

UV index

January 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Marlow Heights?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Marlow Heights, Maryland, are 46°F (7.8°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marlow Heights?

In Marlow Heights, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Marlow Heights in December?

In December, in Marlow Heights, Maryland, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Marlow Heights?

December is the first month it typically snows in Marlow Heights, Maryland. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Marlow Heights, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in December in Marlow Heights?

In December, the average day length in Marlow Heights, Maryland, is 9h and 30min.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marlow Heights, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Marlow Heights?

The months with the least sunshine in Marlow Heights are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Marlow Heights have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Marlow Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Marlow Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Marlow 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marlow Heights, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Marlow Heights, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Marlow 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Marlow Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Marlow 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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