December weather forecast
Norfolk, VA

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A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia
A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia

Weather in December

December signals the arrival of the Winter holiday season in Norfolk. The weather is similar to January but includes a moderate amount of rainfall. The sea temperature plummets, discouraging ocean visits. The shorter daylight hours and decreasing sunshine hours add to the overall chill. As residents huddle up for the holidays, they can expect light winds, doing little to disturb the warmth and cheer of the season.

Temperature

In the transition to December, Norfolk observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Norfolk sees an average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Norfolk, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Norfolk, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Norfolk, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Norfolk, in December, the average water temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Norfolk is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Norfolk is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Norfolk, records 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Norfolk, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Norfolk, the average seawater temperature in December is 52.7°F (11.5°C). Swimming in 52.7°F (11.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Norfolk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Norfolk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Norfolk, VA

Average temperature in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Norfolk, VA

Average pressure in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Norfolk, VA

Average wind speed in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Norfolk, VA

Average humidity in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Norfolk, VA

Average rainfall in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Norfolk, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Norfolk, VA

Average sea temperature in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 52.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Norfolk, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Norfolk, VA

Average UV index in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Norfolk, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Norfolk, VA

Average visibility in December - Norfolk, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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