December weather forecast
Dunkirk Fields, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunkirk Fields, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Dunkirk Fields's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In Dunkirk Fields, an average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In Dunkirk Fields, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dunkirk Fields, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dunkirk Fields, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Dunkirk Fields, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dunkirk Fields, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dunkirk Fields, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dunkirk Fields, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dunkirk Fields?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January 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 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
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average temperature in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average pressure in December - Dunkirk Fields, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average wind speed in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average humidity in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average rainfall in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average snowfall in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average UV index in December - Dunkirk Fields, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Dunkirk Fields, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Dunkirk Fields, MD

Average visibility in December - Dunkirk Fields, 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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