December weather forecast
Springfield, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Springfield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Springfield's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The low-temperature averages to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

In Springfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Springfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Springfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Springfield, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springfield, 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Springfield, VA

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Springfield, VA

Average visibility in December - Springfield, 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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