December weather forecast
Fort Lee, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fort Lee, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's mild 57.2°F (14°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Fort Lee's average low-temperature in December is measured at a cold 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Fort Lee, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Lee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Fort Lee, Virginia. In Fort Lee, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fort Lee, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Lee are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Lee in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Fort Lee, is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Lee?

December is the most humid month in Fort Lee, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Lee?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Lee?

In December, in Fort Lee, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Lee in December?

In Fort Lee, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Lee?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Lee?

In Fort Lee, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Lee?

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

What are the months with the least sunshine in Fort Lee?

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Lee have in December?

In Fort Lee, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Lee?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fort Lee?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Lee is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average temperature in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average pressure in December - Fort Lee, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average wind speed in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average humidity in December - Fort Lee, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average rainfall in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average snowfall in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Fort Lee, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Lee, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average UV index in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fort Lee, VA

Average visibility in December - Fort Lee, 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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