December weather forecast
Christiana, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Christiana, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed in Christiana, Pennsylvania.

Humidity

In Christiana, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Christiana, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Christiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Christiana. In December, in Christiana, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. In Christiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Christiana in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Christiana, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Christiana?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Christiana in December?

In December, in Christiana, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Christiana in December?

In December, in Christiana, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Christiana?

The month with the shortest days in Christiana, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Christiana have in December?

The average day length in December in Christiana is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Christiana?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Christiana have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Christiana is 4.7h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Christiana, Pennsylvania.

How high is the UV index in December in Christiana?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Christiana is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Christiana, PA

Average temperature in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Christiana, PA

Average pressure in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Christiana, PA

Average wind speed in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Christiana, PA

Average humidity in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Christiana, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Christiana, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Christiana, PA

Average UV index in December - Christiana, PA
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Christiana, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Christiana, PA

Average visibility in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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