December weather forecast
Delco, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Delco, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Delco observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.7 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Delco, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Delco, is 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.1°F (6.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Delco, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Delco, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Delco?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Delco.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Delco?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Delco, NC

Average temperature in December - Delco, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Delco, NC

Average pressure in December - Delco, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Delco, NC

Average wind speed in December - Delco, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Delco, NC

Average humidity in December - Delco, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Delco, NC

Average rainfall in December - Delco, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Delco, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Delco, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Delco, NC

Average snowfall in December - Delco, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Delco, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Delco, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 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
Delco, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Delco, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Delco, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Delco, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Delco, NC

Average UV index in December - Delco, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Delco, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Delco, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Delco, NC

Average visibility in December - Delco, NC
  • 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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