December weather forecast
Newington, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newington, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). In Newington, the expected average low-temperature for December is a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Newington, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Newington, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Newington, 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Newington, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Newington, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Newington, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Newington have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Newington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Newington, 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
Newington, VA

Average temperature in December - Newington, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Newington, VA

Average pressure in December - Newington, 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
Newington, VA

Average wind speed in December - Newington, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Newington, VA

Average humidity in December - Newington, 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
Newington, VA

Average rainfall in December - Newington, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Newington, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Newington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newington, VA

Average snowfall in December - Newington, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newington, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Newington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Newington, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newington, 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 January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newington, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Newington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Newington, VA

Average UV index in December - Newington, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newington, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Newington, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Newington, VA

Average visibility in December - Newington, 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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