December weather forecast
Odenton Heights, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Odenton Heights, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). December nights in Odenton Heights are marked by an average temperature drop to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. 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 December, in Odenton Heights, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Odenton Heights, Maryland, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Odenton Heights, 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, in Odenton Heights, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Odenton Heights. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Odenton Heights in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Odenton Heights, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Odenton Heights?

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

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

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

How much does it snow in Odenton Heights in December?

In Odenton Heights, Maryland, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Odenton 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 Odenton Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

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

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

When is the lowest UV index in Odenton Heights?

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

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

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

Average temperature in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Odenton 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
Odenton Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Odenton 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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