December weather forecast
Lonaconing, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lonaconing, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lonaconing, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lonaconing, Maryland, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lonaconing.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lonaconing, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Lonaconing in December has an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lonaconing, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lonaconing, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lonaconing, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Lonaconing have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average pressure in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average wind speed in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average humidity in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average rainfall in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average snowfall in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lonaconing, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average UV index in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lonaconing, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Lonaconing, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lonaconing, MD

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

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

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