December weather forecast
Millsboro, DE

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Weather in December

December in Millsboro ushers in the height of winter chill, with the least average temperatures in the year. Snowfall increases to 0.43" (11mm), adorning the city with a sheet of pristine white. As the city dims slightly with just 9.5 hours of daylight, December wraps up the year with a cozy winter ambiance. Even with the short days, the city enjoys 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, lighting up the festive holiday season. In conclusion, December brings a close to the year providing distinct and beautiful winter landscapes in Millsboro.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Millsboro is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Millsboro, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 25.2" (640mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Millsboro, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Millsboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of 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 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

In Millsboro, Delaware, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Millsboro, 47.5°F (8.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Millsboro, 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 Millsboro, 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Millsboro have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Millsboro, DE

Average temperature in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average pressure in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average wind speed in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average humidity in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average rainfall in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average snowfall in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average UV index in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Millsboro, 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
Millsboro, DE

Average visibility in December - Millsboro, 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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