December weather forecast
Fairplay, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Fairplay, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Fairplay experiences a consistent average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Fairplay, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fairplay, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairplay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fairplay, Maryland, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fairplay, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 10.47" (266mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairplay. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fairplay?

The high-temperature during December is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairplay?

In Fairplay, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairplay?

In Fairplay, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fairplay in December?

In Fairplay, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairplay?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairplay?

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, in Fairplay, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairplay have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fairplay?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fairplay?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairplay, MD

Average pressure in December - Fairplay, 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
Fairplay, MD

Average wind speed in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairplay, MD

Average humidity in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairplay, MD

Average rainfall in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairplay, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairplay, MD

Average snowfall in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairplay, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairplay, 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairplay, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairplay, MD

Average UV index in December - Fairplay, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fairplay, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Fairplay, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Fairplay, MD

Average visibility in December - Fairplay, 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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