December weather forecast
Kennett Square, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Kennett Square sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Kennett Square observes an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kennett Square, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135 rainfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kennett Square, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Kennett Square, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kennett Square, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kennett Square, is 43°F (6.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kennett Square, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kennett Square, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kennett Square, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kennett Square have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennett Square have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Kennett Square, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average temperature in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average pressure in December - Kennett Square, 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
Kennett Square, PA

Average wind speed in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average humidity in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average rainfall in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average snowfall in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kennett Square, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kennett Square, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Kennett Square, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Kennett Square, PA

Average visibility in December - Kennett Square, 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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