December weather forecast
Frostburg, MD

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Weather in December

The arrival of December signifies the onset of winter in Frostburg. The first signs of snow make an appearance, with December witnessing 4.13" (105mm) of snowfall across 10.8 days. Shopping streets buzz with holiday shoppers, Christmas lights and decorations light up the city. Despite the cold, the festive atmosphere combined with periodic snow showers seals December as a magical time to visit Frostburg. The snowy landscapes and festive cheer complements the spirit of the holiday season and promises a pleasant end of the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to Frostburg.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Frostburg, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Frostburg, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Frostburg are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Frostburg, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 28.46" (723mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Frostburg in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Frostburg, records 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Frostburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Frostburg, Maryland, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Frostburg?

In Frostburg, Maryland, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Frostburg?

In Frostburg, Maryland, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Frostburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Frostburg have in December?

In Frostburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Frostburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Frostburg?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Frostburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Frostburg?

In Frostburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Frostburg, MD

Average temperature in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Frostburg, MD

Average pressure in December - Frostburg, 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
Frostburg, MD

Average wind speed in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Frostburg, MD

Average humidity in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Frostburg, MD

Average rainfall in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Frostburg, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Frostburg, MD

Average snowfall in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Frostburg, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Frostburg, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frostburg, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Frostburg, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Frostburg, MD

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Frostburg, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Frostburg, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Frostburg, MD

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

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

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