December weather forecast
Lincoln, DE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lincoln, Delaware, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Lincoln records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.4 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Lincoln. In Lincoln, Delaware, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lincoln, Delaware, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lincoln.
On the first day of December in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lincoln, Delaware, is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lincoln in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lincoln, is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lincoln?

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

How much does it rain in Lincoln in December?

In Lincoln, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lincoln in December?

In December, in Lincoln, Delaware, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lincoln?

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

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

In Lincoln, Delaware, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lincoln?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lincoln is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lincoln?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lincoln?

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

Average temperature in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lincoln, DE

Average pressure in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, DE

Average wind speed in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lincoln, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, DE

Average snowfall in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Lincoln, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lincoln, DE

Average UV index in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Lincoln, 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 27).

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Average visibility in December
Lincoln, DE

Average visibility in December - Lincoln, 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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