December weather forecast
Cheswold, DE

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Weather in December

Cheswold ends the year amidst the deep winter chill. December sees temperatures at an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C), significantly lower than in November. Longer nights, coupled with the shorter daylight hours, firmly announce the arrival of winter. Early snowfall is not uncommon in this period and adds to the festive holiday timings. Despite the cold, the holiday cheer permeates throughout the city, providing Cheswold with a merry conclusion to the year.

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Cheswold, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In Cheswold, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cheswold, Delaware, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Cheswold. In Cheswold, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Cheswold, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cheswold 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cheswold in December?

In Cheswold, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cheswold?

In Cheswold, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cheswold?

In Cheswold, Delaware, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cheswold?

In Cheswold, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cheswold?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cheswold, Delaware.

How many hours of daylight does Cheswold have in December?

In Cheswold, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cheswold?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cheswold, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cheswold?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cheswold, Delaware, is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cheswold?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Cheswold, DE

Average temperature in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cheswold, DE

Average pressure in December - Cheswold, 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
Cheswold, DE

Average wind speed in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cheswold, DE

Average humidity in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cheswold, DE

Average rainfall in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cheswold, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cheswold, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cheswold, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cheswold, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cheswold, DE

Average UV index in December - Cheswold, 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
Cheswold, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Cheswold, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cheswold, DE

Average visibility in December - Cheswold, 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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