December weather forecast
Frankford, DE

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Weather in December

December denotes the beginning of a full-fledged winter season in Frankford. The mercury slides further to hover around a chilling 47.5°F (8.6°C) for average high temperatures. Cloud cover remains fairly high, accommodating for snowfall, which comes back into the picture, averaging at around 0.43" (11mm). The highest wind speeds also come into play with an average of 11.3mph (18.2km/h), accentuating the icy winter conditions. Daylight hours reach their fewest, and sunshine hours also decrease, true to the winter season.

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Frankford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 25.2" (640mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Frankford, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Frankford, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Frankford, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Frankford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Frankford, DE

Average temperature in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Frankford, DE

Average pressure in December - Frankford, 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
Frankford, DE

Average wind speed in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Frankford, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Frankford, DE

Average rainfall in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Frankford, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frankford, DE

Average snowfall in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frankford, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frankford, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Frankford, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Frankford, DE

Average UV index in December - Frankford, 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
Frankford, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Frankford, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Frankford, DE

Average visibility in December - Frankford, 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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