December weather forecast
Bakersville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bakersville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is expected in Bakersville.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bakersville, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bakersville, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bakersville, there are 24.4 snowfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bakersville, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Bakersville, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Bakersville.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bakersville, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bakersville in December?

In Bakersville, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bakersville have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bakersville, MD

Average temperature in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°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: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bakersville, MD

Average pressure in December - Bakersville, 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
Bakersville, MD

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

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

Average humidity in December
Bakersville, MD

Average humidity in December - Bakersville, 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
Bakersville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Bakersville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bakersville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bakersville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bakersville, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bakersville, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bakersville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Bakersville, MD

Average UV index in December - Bakersville, 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
Bakersville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Bakersville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Bakersville, MD

Average visibility in December - Bakersville, 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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