December weather forecast
Short Pump, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Short Pump, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Short Pump in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Short Pump, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Short Pump. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Short Pump, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Short Pump, Virginia.
On the first day of December in Short Pump, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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 Short Pump?

The high-temperature, in December, in Short Pump, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Short Pump?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Short Pump, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Short Pump?

The average relative humidity in December in Short Pump is 78%.

How much does it rain in Short Pump in December?

In Short Pump, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Short Pump in December?

In Short Pump, Virginia, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Short Pump?

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

How many hours of daylight does Short Pump have in December?

In Short Pump, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Short Pump?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Short Pump?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Short Pump?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Short Pump?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Short Pump?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Short Pump is 2. A UV Index value 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
Short Pump, VA

Average temperature in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Short Pump, VA

Average pressure in December - Short Pump, 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
Short Pump, VA

Average wind speed in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Short Pump, VA

Average humidity in December - Short Pump, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Short Pump, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Short Pump, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Short Pump, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Short Pump, VA

Average UV index in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Short Pump, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Short Pump, VA

Average visibility in December - Short Pump, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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