December weather forecast
Ardentown, DE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ardentown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Ardentown's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Ardentown anticipates an average minimum temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ardentown, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Ardentown, Delaware, 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 December, in Ardentown, Delaware, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ardentown, Delaware, 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 in Ardentown 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

The average sunshine in December in Ardentown is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ardentown are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ardentown?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ardentown?

The average relative humidity in December in Ardentown is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ardentown?

In Ardentown, Delaware, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ardentown in December?

In Ardentown, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ardentown?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ardentown have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ardentown?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ardentown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ardentown is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ardentown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ardentown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ardentown, Delaware, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ardentown, DE

Average temperature in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average pressure in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average wind speed in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average humidity in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average rainfall in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average snowfall in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

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

Average sunshine days in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average UV index in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Ardentown, 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
Ardentown, DE

Average visibility in December - Ardentown, 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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