December weather forecast
Chesterfield, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chesterfield, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Chesterfield's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Chesterfield's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chesterfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Chesterfield, Virginia, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chesterfield in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chesterfield, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Chesterfield, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Chesterfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Chesterfield, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chesterfield, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average visibility in December - Chesterfield, 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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