December weather forecast
Parsonsburg, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Parsonsburg, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Parsonsburg records an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Parsonsburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Parsonsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Parsonsburg, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.2 snowfall days, and 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Parsonsburg. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Parsonsburg in December has an average high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parsonsburg, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Parsonsburg, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Parsonsburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parsonsburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Parsonsburg, 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
Parsonsburg, MD

Average temperature in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average pressure in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average wind speed in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Parsonsburg, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average rainfall in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average snowfall in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
Parsonsburg, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parsonsburg, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Parsonsburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average UV index in December - Parsonsburg, 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
Parsonsburg, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Parsonsburg, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Parsonsburg, MD

Average visibility in December - Parsonsburg, 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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