December weather forecast
Ardencroft, DE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ardencroft, Delaware, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Ardencroft records a mean low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ardencroft, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ardencroft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ardencroft, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Ardencroft, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Ardencroft, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ardencroft, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ardencroft?

In Ardencroft, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ardencroft, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ardencroft, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ardencroft, 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).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • 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 0min

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).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ardencroft, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Ardencroft, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ardencroft, 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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