December weather forecast
Nassau, DE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nassau, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Nights in December in Nassau exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Nassau is 76%.

Rainfall

In Nassau, Delaware, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nassau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Nassau, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nassau, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nassau, Delaware, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Nassau?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nassau, Delaware, are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nassau?

The average relative humidity in December in Nassau, Delaware, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Nassau in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nassau in December?

In Nassau, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nassau?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Nassau is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nassau?

On the first day of December in Nassau, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nassau have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Nassau is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Nassau?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nassau is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nassau, DE

Average temperature in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nassau, DE

Average pressure in December - Nassau, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Nassau, DE

Average wind speed in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nassau, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nassau, DE

Average rainfall in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nassau, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nassau, DE

Average snowfall in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Nassau, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nassau, 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 1min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nassau, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Nassau, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nassau, DE

Average UV index in December - Nassau, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Nassau, DE

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Nassau, DE

Average visibility in December - Nassau, 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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