December weather forecast
Funkstown, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Funkstown, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Funkstown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Funkstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Funkstown, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Funkstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Funkstown, is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Funkstown, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Funkstown, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) 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 Funkstown have in December?

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

When 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 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Funkstown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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.

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 minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Funkstown, MD

Average temperature in December - Funkstown, 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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Funkstown, MD

Average pressure in December - Funkstown, 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
Funkstown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Funkstown, MD

Average humidity in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Funkstown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Funkstown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Funkstown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Funkstown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Funkstown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Funkstown, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Funkstown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Funkstown, MD

Average UV index in December - Funkstown, 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
Funkstown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Funkstown, MD

Average visibility in December - Funkstown, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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