December weather forecast
Merryman Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Merryman Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Merryman Heights observes an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Merryman Heights, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Merryman Heights, Maryland, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Merryman Heights, there are 159 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Merryman Heights, Maryland, are January through May, November and December. In December, in Merryman Heights, Maryland, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Merryman Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Merryman Heights, 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 Merryman Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Merryman Heights during December?

The high-temperature in Merryman Heights during December is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Merryman Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

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

In Merryman Heights, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Merryman Heights in December?

In Merryman Heights, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Merryman Heights?

On the first day of December in Merryman Heights, 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 many hours of sunshine does Merryman Heights have in December?

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

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

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

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

In Merryman Heights, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Merryman 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
Merryman Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 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 (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merryman 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Merryman Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Merryman 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
Merryman Heights, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Merryman Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Merryman 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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