December weather forecast
Lonaconing, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lonaconing, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the nights in December, Lonaconing observes an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Lonaconing, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lonaconing, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Lonaconing, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lonaconing, Maryland, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lonaconing, Maryland, is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lonaconing. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lonaconing in December?

December temperatures in Lonaconing, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lonaconing?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lonaconing is 82%.

How much does it rain in Lonaconing in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lonaconing in December?

In Lonaconing, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lonaconing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lonaconing have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lonaconing?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lonaconing?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lonaconing, Maryland, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lonaconing?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lonaconing?

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

Average temperature in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average pressure in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average wind speed in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average humidity in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average rainfall in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average snowfall in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average UV index in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Lonaconing, 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
Lonaconing, MD

Average visibility in December - Lonaconing, 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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