December weather forecast
Cheriton, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cheriton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Cheriton experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Cheriton maintains an average of approximately a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cheriton, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cheriton, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cheriton in December?

During December, Cheriton experiences an average high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Cheriton, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cheriton, snow does not fall in April through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Cheriton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cheriton have in December?

In Cheriton, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cheriton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cheriton, VA

Average temperature in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cheriton, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cheriton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cheriton, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Cheriton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Cheriton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cheriton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cheriton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cheriton, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cheriton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cheriton, VA

Average UV index in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cheriton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Cheriton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Cheriton, VA

Average visibility in December - Cheriton, 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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