December weather forecast
Smyrna, DE

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Weather in December

December in Smyrna brings in the winter chill along with festive vibes. The average high temperature dips to 45.9°F (7.7°C), marking a clear shift to winter. The snowfall increases from the November levels, adding to the festive spirit. Despite the cold, December emerges as a month full of joy and celebration in Smyrna, with Christmas and New Year's Eve adding to the charm. The snowy, picturesque landscapes are perfect backdrops for seasonal festivities.

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Smyrna, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Smyrna, Delaware, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Smyrna, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Smyrna in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Smyrna, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Smyrna, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) 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 Smyrna have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Smyrna?

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 Smyrna, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Smyrna, DE

Average temperature in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Smyrna, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

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

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Smyrna, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smyrna, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Smyrna, 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 - Smyrna, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Smyrna, 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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