Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).Humidity
In Chesapeake, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.3 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 52.7°F (11.5°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Chesapeake is 5.5h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Chesapeake in December?
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How many hours of daylight does Chesapeake have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Chesapeake, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sea temperature in December: 52.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chesapeake, 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 3min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Chesapeake, 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
Chesapeake, 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 26).
Average visibility in December
Chesapeake, 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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