December weather forecastFerndale Farms, MD
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ferndale Farms, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).Temperature
December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) marks the nights throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Ferndale Farms, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ferndale Farms, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ferndale Farms, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ferndale Farms, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Ferndale Farms, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average rainfall in December: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average snowfall in December: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Ferndale Farms, 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
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Ferndale Farms, MD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
