December weather forecast
Old Fitzhugh, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Fitzhugh, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). In the month of December, Old Fitzhugh witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Old Fitzhugh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Old Fitzhugh, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Old Fitzhugh, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Old Fitzhugh, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Old Fitzhugh?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Old Fitzhugh, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Old Fitzhugh, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Old Fitzhugh have in December?

In Old Fitzhugh, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Old Fitzhugh, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average temperature in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average pressure in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average humidity in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average rainfall in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average snowfall in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Fitzhugh, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average UV index in December - Old Fitzhugh, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Old Fitzhugh, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Old Fitzhugh, VA

Average visibility in December - Old Fitzhugh, 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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