December weather forecast
Harrington, DE

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of winter with average temperatures succumbing to 46.4°F (8°C). Snowfall returns to Harrington with a december average of 0.94" (24mm). As the daylight hours contract, many welcome the festive season, enjoying the cool, crisp weather that December offers. It presents a break from routine, providing an opportunity to unwind towards the year's end in festive spirit and cheer.

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). During December, Harrington records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harrington, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.5 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrington, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Harrington, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Harrington are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Harrington in December?

Harrington in December has an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Harrington?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Harrington?

In Harrington, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Harrington?

In Harrington, Delaware, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harrington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Harrington have in December?

In December, the average day length in Harrington is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harrington?

On the first day of December in Harrington, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Harrington?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Harrington?

In Harrington, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harrington, DE

Average temperature in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average pressure in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average wind speed in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average humidity in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average rainfall in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average snowfall in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average UV index in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average visibility in December - Harrington, 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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