December weather forecast
Chatham, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chatham, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chatham, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Chatham. In Chatham, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Chatham, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chatham, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Chatham, is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chatham, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Chatham, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Chatham, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chatham have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chatham have in December?

In Chatham, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Chatham, VA

Average temperature in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Chatham, VA

Average pressure in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chatham, VA

Average wind speed in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Chatham, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Chatham, VA

Average rainfall in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Chatham, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chatham, VA

Average snowfall in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chatham, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chatham, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Chatham, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Chatham, VA

Average UV index in December - Chatham, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chatham, VA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Chatham, VA

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

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

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