December weather forecast
Red Oak Hills West, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Red Oak Hills West, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Red Oak Hills West experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, Red Oak Hills West records an average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Red Oak Hills West is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Red Oak Hills West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Red Oak Hills West are January through May, November and December. In Red Oak Hills West, Maryland, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Red Oak Hills West, 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 West, Maryland, 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 December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Red Oak Hills West in December?

In December, in Red Oak Hills West, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Red Oak Hills West?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Red Oak Hills West in December?

In Red Oak Hills West, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Red Oak Hills West in December?

In December, in Red Oak Hills West, Maryland, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Red Oak Hills West?

December has the shortest days of the year in Red Oak Hills West, Maryland, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Red Oak Hills West?

The average day length in December in Red Oak Hills West, Maryland, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Red Oak Hills West?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Red Oak Hills West, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Oak Hills West have in December?

In Red Oak Hills West, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Red Oak Hills West?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Red Oak Hills West?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Red Oak Hills West 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average temperature in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average pressure in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average wind speed in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average humidity in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average rainfall in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average snowfall in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average UV index in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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
Red Oak Hills West, MD

Average visibility in December - Red Oak Hills West, 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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