December weather forecast
Oakwood, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Oakwood, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Oakwood experiences a nighttime temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Oakwood, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oakwood, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oakwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Oakwood, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oakwood, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oakwood, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Oakwood in December?

In Oakwood, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakwood?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakwood have in December?

In Oakwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Oakwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakwood, VA

Average temperature in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakwood, VA

Average pressure in December - Oakwood, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakwood, VA

Average wind speed in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakwood, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakwood, VA

Average rainfall in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakwood, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakwood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oakwood, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Oakwood, VA

Average visibility in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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