December weather forecast
Colonial Heights, VA

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Weather in December

December ushers in the winter season in Colonial Heights, Virginia, and with it comes a colder climate. The declining trend in temperature continues from November, hinting at the oncoming harshness of winter. Throughout December, chilling temperatures descend upon Colonial Heights, with the highest temperature only reaching up to 50.2°F (10.1°C). Snowfall begins to appear in measurable amounts as well midway into December. Despite the chill, residents prepare for the holiday season, hoping for a picturesque, white Christmas.

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Colonial Heights experiences an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colonial Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Colonial Heights, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Colonial Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.4h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Colonial Heights, the average high-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Colonial Heights, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Colonial Heights, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Colonial Heights have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colonial Heights, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Colonial Heights have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Colonial Heights, VA

Average temperature in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average pressure in December - Colonial Heights, 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
Colonial Heights, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average humidity in December - Colonial Heights, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Colonial Heights, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonial Heights, 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 42min).

  • 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 February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average UV index in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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

Average visibility in December
Colonial Heights, VA

Average visibility in December - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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