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

Frostburg observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Frostburg, Maryland, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Frostburg, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

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). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In Frostburg, 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?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 many hours of sunshine does Frostburg have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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