December weather forecast
Highland Park, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Highland Park, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Highland Park expects an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highland Park, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Highland Park, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Highland Park. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Highland Park, there are 4.7 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Highland Park, 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 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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 Highland Park?

In Highland Park, 50.2°F (10.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.6°F (2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Highland Park?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Highland Park?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Highland Park in December?

In Highland Park, Virginia, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Park?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Highland Park, Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Park?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Park?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Highland Park?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Highland Park?

The average sunshine duration in December in Highland Park, Virginia, is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Park, VA

Average temperature in December - Highland Park, 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 (45.1°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
Highland Park, VA

Average pressure in December - Highland Park, 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
Highland Park, VA

Average wind speed in December - Highland Park, 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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Highland Park, VA

Average humidity in December - Highland Park, 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
Highland Park, VA

Average rainfall in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Highland Park, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highland Park, VA

Average snowfall in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highland Park, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Highland Park, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Park, 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 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
Highland Park, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Highland Park, VA

Average UV index in December - Highland Park, 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
Highland Park, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Park, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Highland Park, VA

Average visibility in December - Highland Park, 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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