December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Spotsylvania Courthouse throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Spotsylvania Courthouse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Spotsylvania Courthouse, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Spotsylvania Courthouse, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Spotsylvania Courthouse.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
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. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, in December, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Spotsylvania Courthouse?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Spotsylvania Courthouse?

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Spotsylvania Courthouse have in December?

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Spotsylvania Courthouse?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Spotsylvania Courthouse have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Spotsylvania Courthouse, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
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Average temperature in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°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 (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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 (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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