Clayton, DE has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers as well as mild winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-20s in the winter to the low-80s in the summer. The area receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation each year, primarily in the form of rain, with snowfall occurring mostly during the winter months. Humidity levels are often high during warmer months while winter months tend to be much drier. Clayton also experiences an average of 224 sunny days each year while cloudy days make up about 141 days out of the year.
Clayton, Delaware gets 45 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Clayton averages 17 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 200 sunny days per year in Clayton. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Clayton gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 113 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 26
Rain: averages 45 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 17 inches of snow a year