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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Frederica, Delaware with its typical winter garb. The remarkable feature of December's weather is the reintroduction of snowfall, marking 0.94" (24mm), conclusively announcing winter's arrival. The shortened days and lengthened nights create a cozy, hibernating atmosphere within the city. The weather is cold, with frost presenting a common morning sight and outdoor decorations showcasing the holiday spirit. It's a celebratory month, bidding farewell to the year amid the chill of winter and the warmth of holiday cheer.

Temperature

December in Frederica indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In the month of December, Frederica experiences an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Frederica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Frederica, Delaware, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Frederica, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Frederica, 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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Frederica, Delaware, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Frederica in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Frederica, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Frederica?

In Frederica, Delaware, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Frederica?

In Frederica, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Frederica?

In Frederica, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Frederica?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Frederica?

On the first day of December in Frederica, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Frederica have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Frederica, Delaware, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Frederica?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Frederica?

In Frederica, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
54.5°F 12.5°C
46.4°F 8°C
40.3°F 4.6°C
Average low temperature
42.3°F 5.7°C
36°F 2.2°C
28.8°F -1.8°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.8mph 15.8km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15mph 24.1km/h
15mph 24.1km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
Average humidity
74%
76%
74%
Average rainfall
2.4" 61mm
3.07" 78mm
2.13" 54mm
Average rainfall days
9
11.6
9.5
Average snowfall
0.31" 8mm
0.94" 24mm
1.93" 49mm
Average snowfall days
0.2
2.1
4.3
Average daylight
10h 1min
9h 3min
9h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 4min
5h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
19.4
16.9
17.7
Average UV index
3
2
2
Average cloud cover
36%
45%
44%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Frederica, DE

Average temperature in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Frederica, DE

Average pressure in December - Frederica, 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
Frederica, DE

Average wind speed in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Frederica, DE

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Frederica, DE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Frederica, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Frederica, DE

Average snowfall in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Frederica, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Frederica, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frederica, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Frederica, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Frederica, DE

Average UV index in December - Frederica, 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
Frederica, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Frederica, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Frederica, DE

Average visibility in December - Frederica, 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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