December weather forecast
Newbern, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Newbern, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Newbern's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). In Newbern, the December nights cool down to an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Newbern, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185 rainfall days, and 29.49" (749mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Newbern, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newbern, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.8 days and aggregates up to 18.31" (465mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newbern, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Newbern, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Newbern have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newbern, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newbern?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newbern, VA

Average temperature in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Newbern, VA

Average pressure in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newbern, VA

Average wind speed in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Newbern, VA

Average humidity in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Newbern, VA

Average rainfall in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Newbern, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newbern, VA

Average snowfall in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newbern, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Newbern, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newbern, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newbern, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Newbern, VA

Average UV index in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newbern, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Newbern, VA

Average visibility in December - Newbern, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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