December weather forecast
Lake Ridge, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lake Ridge, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). During the nights in December, Lake Ridge experiences a consistent average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Lake Ridge, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Lake Ridge. December is the first month it typically snows in Lake Ridge, Virginia. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.7 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Ridge. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lake Ridge in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lake Ridge, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Lake Ridge?

The months with the highest humidity in Lake Ridge are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Ridge?

The average relative humidity in December in Lake Ridge, Virginia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake Ridge?

In Lake Ridge, Virginia, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Lake Ridge?

December is the first month it typically snows in Lake Ridge, Virginia. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Ridge?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Ridge, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Ridge have in December?

In Lake Ridge, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Ridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Ridge, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake Ridge?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Lake Ridge?

In Lake Ridge, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lake Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lake Ridge?

In Lake Ridge, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average temperature in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average pressure in December - Lake Ridge, 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
Lake Ridge, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average humidity in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Lake Ridge, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Ridge, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Ridge, VA

Average UV index in December - Lake Ridge, 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
Lake Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
Lake Ridge, VA

Average visibility in December - Lake Ridge, 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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