December weather forecast
Patterson, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Patterson, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Patterson, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Patterson, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Patterson are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Patterson, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Patterson in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Patterson?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Patterson in December?

In Patterson, Virginia, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Patterson?

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 Patterson in December?

In Patterson, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Patterson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Patterson have in December?

In Patterson, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Patterson?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Patterson?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Patterson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Patterson, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Patterson, VA

Average temperature in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average pressure in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average wind speed in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average humidity in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average rainfall in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average snowfall in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patterson, 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: 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
Patterson, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average UV index in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, VA

Average visibility in December - Patterson, 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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