December weather forecast
Marcus Hook, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Marcus Hook, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Marcus Hook, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marcus Hook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Marcus Hook, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 47.8°F (8.8°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Marcus Hook is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Marcus Hook, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Marcus Hook during December?

In Marcus Hook, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Marcus Hook?

The months with the highest humidity in Marcus Hook are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Marcus Hook?

The average relative humidity in December in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Marcus Hook?

In Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Marcus Hook?

In Marcus Hook, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Marcus Hook?

In Marcus Hook, in December, the average water temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marcus Hook?

December has the shortest days of the year in Marcus Hook, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Marcus Hook?

The average day length in December in Marcus Hook is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Marcus Hook?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marcus Hook, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Marcus Hook?

In Marcus Hook, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Marcus Hook?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Marcus Hook?

In Marcus Hook, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Marcus Hook, PA

Average temperature in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average pressure in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Marcus Hook, PA

Average wind speed in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average humidity in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average rainfall in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average snowfall in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average sea temperature in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 47.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Marcus Hook, PA

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average UV index in December - Marcus Hook, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

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

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Average visibility in December
Marcus Hook, PA

Average visibility in December - Marcus Hook, PA
  • 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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