December weather forecast
Camden, DE

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Weather in December

December is the harbinger of Winter in Camden, Delaware with a chilling note. It is characterized by low temperatures, averaging around 46.2°F (7.9°C) on the higher side. Drawing a comparison to November, there is an increase in rainfall, but less snowfall due to the subfreezing temperatures. The daylight hours hit their minimum for the year, plunging to approximately 9.5 hours per day. The winds see a slight increase, a common trait of the winter months in the city.

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In Camden, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Camden, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Camden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Camden, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Camden, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Camden, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Camden, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Camden, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Camden have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Camden, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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 Camden, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Camden, DE

Average temperature in December - Camden, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Camden, DE

Average pressure in December - Camden, 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
Camden, DE

Average wind speed in December - Camden, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Camden, DE

Average humidity in December - Camden, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Camden, DE

Average rainfall in December - Camden, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Camden, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Camden, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Camden, DE

Average snowfall in December - Camden, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Camden, DE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Camden, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Camden, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Camden, DE

Average UV index in December - Camden, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Camden, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Camden, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Camden, DE

Average visibility in December - Camden, 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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