December weather forecast
Truxton Heights, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Truxton Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Truxton Heights, Maryland, lowers to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Truxton Heights, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Truxton Heights, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Truxton Heights, Maryland, are January through March, November and December. In Truxton Heights, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Truxton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Truxton Heights, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Truxton Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Truxton Heights?

During December, Truxton Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Truxton Heights?

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

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

In Truxton Heights, Maryland, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Truxton Heights?

In Truxton Heights, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in Truxton Heights, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Truxton Heights, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Truxton Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Truxton Heights is 5.2h.

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

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

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

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

Average temperature in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Truxton Heights, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Truxton Heights, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Truxton 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Truxton 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Truxton Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Truxton Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Truxton 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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