December weather forecast
Patrick Springs, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Patrick Springs, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Patrick Springs's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Patrick Springs, Virginia, is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Patrick Springs, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Patrick Springs, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Patrick Springs, Virginia, are January through March, November and December. In Patrick Springs, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Patrick Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Patrick Springs, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Patrick Springs is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Patrick Springs, Virginia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Patrick Springs?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Patrick Springs, is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Patrick Springs?

December is the most humid month in Patrick Springs, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Patrick Springs?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Patrick Springs?

In December, in Patrick Springs, Virginia, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Patrick Springs in December?

In Patrick Springs, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Patrick Springs?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Patrick Springs?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Patrick Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Patrick Springs?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Patrick Springs?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Patrick Springs, Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Patrick Springs?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average pressure in December - Patrick Springs, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average wind speed in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average humidity in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average rainfall in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average snowfall in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Patrick Springs, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patrick Springs, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average UV index in December - Patrick Springs, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Patrick Springs, VA

Average visibility in December - Patrick Springs, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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