December weather forecastCamden, DE
December
Weather in December
December is the harbinger of Winter in Camden, Delaware with a chilling note. It is characterized by low temperatures, averaging around 46.2°F (7.9°C) on the higher side. Drawing a comparison to November, there is an increase in rainfall, but less snowfall due to the subfreezing temperatures. The daylight hours hit their minimum for the year, plunging to approximately 9.5 hours per day. The winds see a slight increase, a common trait of the winter months in the city.Temperature
Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 35.6°F (2°C).Humidity
In Camden, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Camden, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Camden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Camden, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Camden, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Camden, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Camden, DE
- Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Camden, 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
Camden, DE
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Camden, DE
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Camden, DE
- Average rainfall in December: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in December
Camden, DE
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Camden, DE
- Average snowfall in December: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Camden, DE
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Camden, DE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Camden, DE
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Camden, 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
Camden, DE
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Camden, 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).
