December weather forecast
Harbeson, DE

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of winter in Harbeson, Delaware. Temperatures drop further and daylight becomes scarce, wrapping the city in a winter blanket. The range of temperatures from 37.8°F (3.2°C) to 47.1°F (8.4°C) presets the chilly climate. The first touches of snowfall of 0.43" (11mm), along with the winter cold in this month, signal the nearing end of the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). In December, Harbeson encounters an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harbeson, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Harbeson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Harbeson, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.7 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harbeson, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Harbeson, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harbeson have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harbeson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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
Harbeson, DE

Average temperature in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Harbeson, DE

Average pressure in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Harbeson, DE

Average wind speed in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Harbeson, DE

Average humidity in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Harbeson, DE

Average rainfall in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Harbeson, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harbeson, DE

Average snowfall in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harbeson, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harbeson, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harbeson, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Harbeson, DE

Average UV index in December - Harbeson, DE
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Harbeson, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Harbeson, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Harbeson, DE

Average visibility in December - Harbeson, DE
  • 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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