December weather forecast
Sandy Point, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sandy Point, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In Sandy Point, an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Point, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandy Point, Virginia, there are 147.5 rainfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sandy Point. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sandy Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) 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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandy Point in December?

December temperatures in Sandy Point, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Point?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sandy Point?

In Sandy Point, Virginia, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sandy Point?

In Sandy Point, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy Point?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Sandy Point is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandy Point?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Point have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sandy Point?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandy Point?

In Sandy Point, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average temperature in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average pressure in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average humidity in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Point, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Point, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Point, VA

Average visibility in December - Sandy Point, 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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