December weather forecastRed Oak Hills, MD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Red Oak Hills, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).Temperature
A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). The low-temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In Red Oak Hills, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Red Oak Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Red Oak Hills, 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 in Red Oak Hills is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Red Oak Hills, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average pressure in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average humidity in December
Red Oak Hills, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Red Oak Hills, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Red Oak Hills, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Oak Hills, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 6min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average UV index in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
Average visibility in December
Red Oak Hills, 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).
