December weather forecast
Queenstown, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Queenstown, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Throughout December nights, Queenstown experiences a consistent temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Queenstown, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Queenstown, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Queenstown, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Queenstown, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Queenstown, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Queenstown, Maryland, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Queenstown is December, 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 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Queenstown?

January 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?

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
Queenstown, MD

Average temperature in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Queenstown, MD

Average pressure in December - Queenstown, 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
Queenstown, MD

Average wind speed in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Queenstown, MD

Average humidity in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Queenstown, MD

Average rainfall in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Queenstown, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Queenstown, MD

Average snowfall in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Queenstown, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Queenstown, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Queenstown, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Queenstown, MD

Average UV index in December - Queenstown, 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
Queenstown, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Queenstown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Queenstown, MD

Average visibility in December - Queenstown, 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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