December weather forecastCumberland, MD
December
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 December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Cumberland encounters a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is 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, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) 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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cumberland, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
