December weather forecastDewey Beach, DE
December
Weather in December
December is the advent of winter in Dewey Beach, Delaware. The city exudes a festive vibe with streets adorned with holiday lights and decorations, despite the cold weather. December experiences lower average temperatures, with the high temperature dropping to 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the low to 39.4°F (4.1°C). Coupled with occasional snowfall, it paints a picturesque winter scene as the year comes to a close, setting the stage for January’s even colder temperatures and the start of a new year.Temperature
December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). During the nights of December, Dewey Beach records an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.Humidity
In Dewey Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In Dewey Beach, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 6.18" (157mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dewey Beach are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 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
The average sunshine in December in Dewey Beach is 5.3h.UV index
January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Dewey Beach, 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
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average snowfall in December: 0.12"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (18.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Dewey Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Dewey Beach, DE
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Dewey Beach, 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).
