Bear, DE has a humid subtropical climate, with hot and humid summers and cool winters. The average temperature in the summer months is around 75°F (24°C), while the winter temperatures usually range from 35°F (2°C) to 55°F (13°C). Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, although snowfall can be significant, especially in January and February. The area also sees frequent thunderstorms, sometimes accompanied by strong winds. As Bear is located close to the coast of Delaware Bay, it experiences some coastal storms during hurricane season.
Bear, Delaware gets 45 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Bear averages 13 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 201 sunny days per year in Bear. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Bear gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 112 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 87 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 24
Rain: averages 45 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 13 inches of snow a year