December weather forecast
Dunkirk Hall, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunkirk Hall, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Dunkirk Hall records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Dunkirk Hall records a consistent low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunkirk Hall, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Dunkirk Hall, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk Hall are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Dunkirk Hall, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dunkirk Hall, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dunkirk Hall in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk Hall have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk Hall.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dunkirk Hall, MD

Average temperature in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average pressure in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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 Hall, MD

Average wind speed in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average humidity in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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 Hall, MD

Average snowfall in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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 Hall, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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 Hall, MD

Average UV index in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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
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Average visibility in December - Dunkirk Hall, 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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