December weather forecast
Newport, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Newport, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Newport's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). In December, Newport experiences an average nighttime temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newport. In Newport, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Newport, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Newport, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Newport is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Newport. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Newport in December?

In Newport, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Newport?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In Newport, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Newport?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

December has the shortest days of the year in Newport, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

The average day length in December in Newport is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Newport?

On the first day of December in Newport, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newport?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Newport?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newport?

In Newport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Newport, VA

Average temperature in December - Newport, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, VA

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newport, VA

Average wind speed in December - Newport, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, VA

Average rainfall in December - Newport, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, VA

Average snowfall in December - Newport, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Newport, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Newport, VA

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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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