December weather forecast
Oakton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oakton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Oakton experiences an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakton, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Oakton, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Oakton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Oakton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakton in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oakton are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Oakton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Oakton?

The average relative humidity in December in Oakton is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oakton?

In Oakton, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakton?

In December, in Oakton, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oakton have in December?

In Oakton, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakton?

On the first day of December in Oakton, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oakton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Oakton have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oakton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oakton, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakton, VA

Average temperature in December - Oakton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°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 (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakton, VA

Average pressure in December - Oakton, 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
Oakton, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakton, VA

Average humidity in December - Oakton, 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
Oakton, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Oakton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Oakton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Oakton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakton, 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
Oakton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakton, VA

Average UV index in December - Oakton, 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
Oakton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakton, 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
Oakton, VA

Average visibility in December - Oakton, 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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