December weather forecast
Roseland, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Roseland, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Roseland encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Roseland, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Roseland, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Roseland, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Roseland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Roseland, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Roseland, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Roseland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Roseland?

In Roseland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Roseland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Roseland, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Roseland, VA

Average pressure in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Roseland, VA

Average wind speed in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Roseland, VA

Average humidity in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Roseland, VA

Average rainfall in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Roseland, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Roseland, VA

Average snowfall in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Roseland, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Roseland, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Roseland, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Roseland, VA

Average UV index in December - Roseland, 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
Roseland, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Roseland, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Roseland, VA

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

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

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