Early winter · Weather & things to do
Kennett Square in December
Kennett Square cools off: highs slip to 42°F (6°C), from 53°F in November, with lows of 28°F (-2°C) and about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 42°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Rain or snow
- 4.2 in (106 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Cool days top out near 42°F (6°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Average lows of 28°F (-2°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 4.2 in (106 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 11 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April & May and September & October.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 28°F.
- Snow becomes likely from December, so check road and trail conditions.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 11 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 68/100 in November to 44/100.
- Our Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — December is part of it.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 28°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 4.2 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kennett Square in December
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Longwood Gardens
Former du Pont estate garden; for A Longwood Christmas it lights its outdoor trees and fills the conservatory with decorated firs.
Talula's Table
Market and cafe on State Street by day; at night a single farm table seats one party for a long tasting dinner.
Hank's Place
Small roadside diner at the Chadds Ford crossroads, a longtime breakfast stop near the Brandywine Museum.
Winterthur
Henry Francis du Pont's country estate and museum of American decorative arts, dressed for the Yuletide tour in winter.
Nearby in December
- Philadelphia in December~30 mi · highs 44°F, 4.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in December~34 mi · highs 41°F, 3.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Baltimore in December~61 mi · highs 43°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Washington, DC in December~96 mi · highs 45°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kennett Square in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Kennett Square?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 42°F (6°C) and 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Kennett Square in December?
Average highs are 42°F (6°C) and average lows 28°F (-2°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Kennett Square in December?
Some: about 4.2 in (106 mm) of rain or snow falls across December on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 48.3 in (1226 mm).
What should I pack for Kennett Square in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 28°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 4.2 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Kennett Square
Routes in season in December
- Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster Late Nov – Dec
Planning Kennett Square in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.