December weather forecast
Somerville, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Somerville, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

Somerville's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). During the month of December, Somerville's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Somerville, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Somerville, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Somerville, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Somerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Somerville are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Somerville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Somerville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Somerville, records 45.7°F (7.6°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Somerville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Somerville?

In Somerville, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Somerville in December?

In Somerville, Virginia, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Somerville?

In Somerville, Virginia, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Somerville?

The month with the shortest days in Somerville, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Somerville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Somerville is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Somerville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somerville, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Somerville?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Somerville, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Somerville, Virginia, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Somerville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Somerville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Somerville, VA

Average temperature in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerville, VA

Average pressure in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Somerville, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerville, VA

Average humidity in December - Somerville, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Somerville, VA

Average rainfall in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Somerville, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerville, VA

Average UV index in December - Somerville, 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
Somerville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Somerville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

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
Somerville, VA

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

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

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