December weather forecast
Sandy Hook, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Hook, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). Sandy Hook, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sandy Hook, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandy Hook in December?

In Sandy Hook, 47.7°F (8.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.6°F (0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Sandy Hook is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sandy Hook, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sandy Hook, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Hook have in December?

In Sandy Hook, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average temperature in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Hook, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average humidity in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Sandy Hook, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Hook, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average UV index in December - Sandy Hook, 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
Sandy Hook, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average visibility in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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