December weather forecast
Oaklands, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oaklands, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.9°F (1.6°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). In December, Oaklands reports a consistent average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Oaklands, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Oaklands.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oaklands, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oaklands, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oaklands have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oaklands?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oaklands, VA

Average temperature in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Oaklands, VA

Average pressure in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Oaklands, VA

Average wind speed in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oaklands, VA

Average humidity in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Oaklands, VA

Average rainfall in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Oaklands, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oaklands, VA

Average snowfall in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oaklands, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Oaklands, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oaklands, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oaklands, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Oaklands, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Oaklands, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Oaklands, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Oaklands, VA

Average visibility in December - Oaklands, 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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