December weather forecast
Sharpsburg, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sharpsburg, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sharpsburg, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Sharpsburg, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sharpsburg, Maryland, is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sharpsburg, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sharpsburg, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Sharpsburg have in December?

In Sharpsburg, 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 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharpsburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

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 low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average temperature in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average pressure in December - Sharpsburg, 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
Sharpsburg, MD

Average wind speed in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sharpsburg, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average rainfall in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average snowfall in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharpsburg, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Sharpsburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Sharpsburg, MD

Average UV index in December - Sharpsburg, 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
Sharpsburg, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Sharpsburg, MD

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

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

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