December weather forecast
Fork, MD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fork, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The low-temperature averages to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Fork, Maryland, is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fork, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fork, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fork, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fork, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fork, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Fork, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fork?

During December, Fork experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fork?

In Fork, Maryland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fork?

In Fork, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fork?

In Fork, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fork?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fork?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fork have in December?

In Fork, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fork?

In Fork, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fork, MD

Average temperature in December - Fork, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fork, MD

Average pressure in December - Fork, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fork, MD

Average wind speed in December - Fork, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fork, MD

Average humidity in December - Fork, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fork, MD

Average rainfall in December - Fork, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fork, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Fork, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fork, MD

Average snowfall in December - Fork, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fork, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Fork, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 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
Fork, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fork, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fork, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Fork, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fork, MD

Average UV index in December - Fork, 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
Fork, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Fork, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Fork, MD

Average visibility in December - Fork, MD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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