December weather forecast
Newark, DE

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Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December in Newark is a festive, wintery period with temperatures falling further to 44.1°F (6.7°C) at the highest. The city transforms into a winter wonderland, adorned with festive lights and holiday decorations. The likelihood of snow increases as the month progresses, creating a dazzling, white canvas for residents and tourists alike to marvel at. Despite the cold, December's weather adds to the charm and allure of the city during the holiday season.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Newark, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Newark, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Newark, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Newark, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Newark, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Newark is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newark, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Newark are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Newark?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newark?

In December, the average relative humidity in Newark is 77%.

How much does it rain in Newark in December?

In Newark, Delaware, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Newark in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newark?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newark, Delaware.

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

In December, the average day length in Newark is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newark?

On the first day of December in Newark, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newark?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newark?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newark?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newark, DE

Average temperature in December - Newark, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Newark, DE

Average pressure in December - Newark, DE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newark, DE

Average wind speed in December - Newark, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Newark, DE

Average humidity in December - Newark, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Newark, DE

Average rainfall in December - Newark, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Newark, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Newark, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newark, DE

Average snowfall in December - Newark, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newark, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Newark, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newark, DE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • 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
Newark, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Newark, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Newark, DE

Average UV index in December - Newark, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newark, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Newark, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Newark, DE

Average visibility in December - Newark, 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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