December weather forecast
Cumberland, MD

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The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape
The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape

Weather in December

December in Cumberland, Maryland finds winter in its full glory. An interesting trait of this month is a sharp low temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) along with recurrent snowfall of 1.81" (46mm). Predominant features of this winter month are the chilly winds, notoriously low temperatures, and short daylight hours. The persistent cover of clouds over Cumberland lends an enduring gray mood throughout December. Also, the recurrent snowfall turns the city into a winter wonderland, ending the year on a white note.

Temperature

In Cumberland, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). In Cumberland, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Cumberland, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cumberland, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cumberland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cumberland, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cumberland, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cumberland is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Cumberland, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cumberland is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Cumberland?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cumberland, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cumberland?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Cumberland in December?

In Cumberland, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, Maryland, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cumberland?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cumberland, Maryland.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cumberland?

The average day length in December in Cumberland, Maryland, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cumberland?

On the first day of December in Cumberland, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cumberland?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cumberland is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cumberland?

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

Average temperature in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°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 (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cumberland, MD

Average pressure in December - Cumberland, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Cumberland, MD

Average wind speed in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cumberland, MD

Average humidity in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cumberland, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cumberland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cumberland, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cumberland, MD

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cumberland, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Cumberland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Cumberland, MD

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

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

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