December weather forecast
Highland Acres, DE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Highland Acres, Delaware, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a wintry 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highland Acres, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Highland Acres, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 4.61" (117mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Highland Acres is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Highland Acres. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these 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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highland Acres in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Highland Acres, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Highland Acres, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Acres?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Acres?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Highland Acres have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Acres, DE

Average temperature in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average pressure in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average wind speed in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average humidity in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average rainfall in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average snowfall in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average UV index in December - Highland Acres, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Highland Acres, 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
Highland Acres, DE

Average visibility in December - Highland Acres, 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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