December weather forecast
Atlantic, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atlantic, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Atlantic experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). In Atlantic, December nights cool down to an average of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Atlantic, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atlantic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Atlantic, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Atlantic, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Atlantic, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Atlantic, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atlantic have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlantic have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Atlantic, VA

Average temperature in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°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 (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Atlantic, VA

Average pressure in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atlantic, VA

Average wind speed in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Atlantic, VA

Average humidity in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Atlantic, VA

Average rainfall in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Atlantic, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atlantic, VA

Average snowfall in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atlantic, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atlantic, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atlantic, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Atlantic, VA

Average UV index in December - Atlantic, VA
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Atlantic, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Atlantic, VA

Average visibility in December - Atlantic, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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