December weather forecast
Parkton, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Parkton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Parkton reports a steady low-temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Parkton, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Parkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Parkton are January through May, October through December. In Parkton, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Parkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.2 days and aggregates up to 10.59" (269mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Parkton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Parkton, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Parkton 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Parkton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Parkton, Maryland, during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parkton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Parkton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Parkton?

In Parkton, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Parkton in December?

In Parkton, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parkton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Parkton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Parkton?

On the first day of December in Parkton, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Parkton?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Parkton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Parkton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Parkton, MD

Average temperature in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Parkton, MD

Average pressure in December - Parkton, 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
Parkton, MD

Average wind speed in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Parkton, MD

Average humidity in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Parkton, MD

Average rainfall in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Parkton, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Parkton, MD

Average snowfall in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Parkton, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Parkton, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parkton, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Parkton, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Parkton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Parkton, MD

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Parkton, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Parkton, MD

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

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

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