December weather forecast
Dewey Beach, DE

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Weather in December

December is the advent of winter in Dewey Beach, Delaware. The city exudes a festive vibe with streets adorned with holiday lights and decorations, despite the cold weather. December experiences lower average temperatures, with the high temperature dropping to 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the low to 39.4°F (4.1°C). Coupled with occasional snowfall, it paints a picturesque winter scene as the year comes to a close, setting the stage for January’s even colder temperatures and the start of a new year.

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). During the nights of December, Dewey Beach records an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Dewey Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dewey Beach, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 6.18" (157mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dewey Beach are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dewey Beach is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dewey Beach, is 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dewey Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall in Dewey Beach are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dewey Beach, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dewey Beach have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dewey Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dewey Beach?

In Dewey Beach, 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 - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Dewey Beach, 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 - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (18.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Dewey Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Dewey Beach, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dewey Beach, 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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