December weather forecast
Fulton, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fulton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Throughout December, Fulton records an average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Fulton, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Fulton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fulton, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Fulton, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fulton is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fulton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Fulton?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fulton, Maryland, are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Fulton?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Fulton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fulton is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fulton?

In Fulton, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fulton in December?

In December, in Fulton, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fulton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fulton, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fulton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fulton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fulton?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fulton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fulton, MD

Average temperature in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fulton, MD

Average pressure in December - Fulton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Fulton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fulton, MD

Average humidity in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fulton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fulton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fulton, MD

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

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Fulton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fulton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Fulton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fulton, MD

Average UV index in December - Fulton, 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
Fulton, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Fulton, MD

Average visibility in December - Fulton, 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).

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