December weather forecast
Barracks, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Barracks, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In the month of December, an average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Barracks, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Barracks, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Barracks, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Barracks, the average high-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Barracks, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Barracks, VA

Average temperature in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Barracks, VA

Average pressure in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Barracks, VA

Average wind speed in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Barracks, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Barracks, VA

Average rainfall in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Barracks, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barracks, VA

Average snowfall in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Barracks, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Barracks, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Barracks, VA

Average UV index in December - Barracks, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Barracks, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Barracks, VA

Average visibility in December - Barracks, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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