December weather forecast
Friendsville, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Friendsville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, Friendsville sees a mean low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Friendsville, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. In Friendsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 26.69" (678mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Friendsville, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Friendsville, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Friendsville, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Friendsville, Maryland, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Friendsville?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Friendsville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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
Friendsville, MD

Average temperature in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Friendsville, MD

Average pressure in December - Friendsville, 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
Friendsville, MD

Average wind speed in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Friendsville, MD

Average humidity in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Friendsville, MD

Average rainfall in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Friendsville, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Friendsville, MD

Average snowfall in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Friendsville, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Friendsville, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Friendsville, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Friendsville, MD

Average UV index in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Friendsville, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Friendsville, MD

Average visibility in December - Friendsville, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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