December weather forecast
Braddock Heights, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Braddock Heights, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). An average minimum temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) marks the month of December in Braddock Heights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Braddock Heights, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Braddock Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Braddock Heights, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Braddock Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Braddock Heights, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Braddock Heights, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Braddock Heights, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Braddock Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average temperature in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average pressure in December - Braddock 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average wind speed in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average humidity in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average rainfall in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average snowfall in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Braddock 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average UV index in December - Braddock 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Braddock Heights, MD

Average visibility in December - Braddock Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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