December weather forecast
Falls Church, VA

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Weather in December

December announces the commencement of winter full swing in Falls Church. This festive month carries a chill, averaging a high temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). Snowfall occurs intermittently, adding a sparkling white blanket to the city's landscape just in time for the holiday season. The daylight hours are notably shorter, with an average of 9.5 hours, giving locals ample opportunity to enjoy the twinkling festive lights in the evening. It's the close of the year, yet the city remains vibrant and lively, brimming with holiday cheer.

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). December in Falls Church sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Falls Church, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Falls Church, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Falls Church, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Falls Church is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Falls Church. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Falls Church?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Falls Church, Virginia, during December are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Falls Church?

The months with the highest humidity in Falls Church, Virginia, are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Falls Church?

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

How much does it rain in Falls Church in December?

In Falls Church, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Falls Church?

In Falls Church, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Falls Church?

The month with the shortest days in Falls Church is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Falls Church?

In December, the average day length in Falls Church, Virginia, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Falls Church?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Falls Church?

The months with the least sunshine in Falls Church are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Falls Church?

In Falls Church, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Falls Church?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Falls Church?

In Falls Church, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Falls Church, VA

Average temperature in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Falls Church, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Falls Church, VA

Average wind speed in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Falls Church, VA

Average humidity in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Falls Church, VA

Average rainfall in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Falls Church, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Falls Church, VA

Average snowfall in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Falls Church, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Falls Church, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Falls Church, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Falls Church, VA

Average UV index in December - Falls Church, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Falls Church, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Falls Church, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Falls Church, VA

Average visibility in December - Falls Church, 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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