December weather forecast
Lorton, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lorton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 7:26 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 Lorton.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. 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 heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Lorton?

Lorton in December has an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Lorton?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Lorton, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Lorton?

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

How much does it rain in Lorton in December?

In December, in Lorton, Virginia, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lorton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Lorton, 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 Lorton?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lorton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lorton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lorton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lorton?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Lorton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lorton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lorton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lorton, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lorton, VA

Average temperature in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average pressure in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average humidity in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average UV index in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Lorton, 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
Lorton, VA

Average visibility in December - Lorton, 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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