December weather forecast
Claymont, DE

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Weather in December

December brings the arrival of winter with lower average temperatures ranging from

32.7°F (0.4°C) up to 43.7°F (6.5°C). Among the most notable shifts from November is the increase of snowfall reaching 1.54" (39mm) throughout the month. Despite the cold weather, Claymont enjoys a fair share of sunshine, with average 5 hours of sunshine per day. The wind speed increases to 8mph (12.9km/h), adding a chill to the air. December embraces the colder temperatures, resultant snow, and festive atmosphere of the holiday season.

Temperature

December's arrival in Claymont subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Claymont, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Claymont, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Claymont, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Claymont, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting 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

How cold is December in Claymont?

Claymont in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Claymont?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Claymont in December?

In Claymont, Delaware, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Claymont in December?

In Claymont, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Claymont?

December has the shortest days of the year in Claymont, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Claymont have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Claymont?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Claymont?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Claymont?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Claymont?

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

Average temperature in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Claymont, DE

Average pressure in December - Claymont, 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
Claymont, DE

Average wind speed in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Claymont, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Claymont, DE

Average rainfall in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in December
Claymont, DE

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Claymont, DE

Average snowfall in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Claymont, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claymont, DE
  • 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Claymont, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Claymont, DE

Average UV index in December - Claymont, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Claymont, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Claymont, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Claymont, DE

Average visibility in December - Claymont, 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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