December weather forecast
Frostburg, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Frostburg, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). In the month of December, Frostburg experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Frostburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Frostburg, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71 snowfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Frostburg is 2.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Frostburg, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Frostburg, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Frostburg, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Frostburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Frostburg is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frostburg have in December?

In Frostburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Frostburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Frostburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Frostburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Frostburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Frostburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Frostburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frostburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frostburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Frostburg, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Frostburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Frostburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Frostburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Frostburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Frostburg, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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