December weather forecast
Christiana, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Christiana, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Christiana experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Christiana, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Christiana, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Christiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Christiana are January through May, October through December. In Christiana, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Christiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Christiana, Pennsylvania, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Christiana?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Christiana?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Christiana have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Christiana, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Christiana have in December?

In Christiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Christiana, PA

Average temperature in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Christiana, PA

Average pressure in December - Christiana, PA
  • 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
Christiana, PA

Average wind speed in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Christiana, PA

Average humidity in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Christiana, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Christiana, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Christiana, PA

Average UV index in December - Christiana, PA
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Christiana, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Christiana, PA

Average visibility in December - Christiana, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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