December weather forecast
Felton, DE

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Weather in December

December in Felton, Delaware marks the arrival of chilly winter days, with the temperature dropping further. The return of snow can be expected, with an average of 0.94" (24mm) covering the ground. The winter aesthetic in December is characterized by bare trees, snow-covered fields, and calm, crisp days, which leaves the town under soft snowfall. With an average of 9.5 daylight hours, the days are quite short, but filled with festive cheer. The close of the year brings Felton its coldest month in the calendar and the deepest part of winter - a fitting end for this journey around the sun.

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Felton reports an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Felton, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Felton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Felton, Delaware, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Felton, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Felton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Felton, is 46.4°F (8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Felton?

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

How much does it rain in Felton in December?

In Felton, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Felton?

In December, in Felton, Delaware, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Felton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Felton?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Felton?

On the first day of December in Felton, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Felton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Felton, Delaware, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Felton?

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 Felton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Felton, Delaware, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Felton, DE

Average temperature in December - Felton, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Felton, DE

Average pressure in December - Felton, 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
Felton, DE

Average wind speed in December - Felton, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Felton, DE

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Felton, DE

Average rainfall in December - Felton, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Felton, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Felton, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Felton, DE

Average snowfall in December - Felton, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Felton, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Felton, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Felton, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Felton, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Felton, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Felton, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Felton, DE

Average UV index in December - Felton, 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
Felton, DE

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

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

Average visibility in December
Felton, DE

Average visibility in December - Felton, 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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