December weather forecast
Stafford, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stafford, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.9°F (8.3°C) and min 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). In Stafford, December nights cool down to an average of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Stafford, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Stafford, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Stafford, is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Stafford, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stafford, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Stafford, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Stafford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Stafford, VA

Average pressure in December - Stafford, 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
Stafford, VA

Average wind speed in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Stafford, VA

Average humidity in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Stafford, VA

Average rainfall in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Stafford, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stafford, VA

Average snowfall in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stafford, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 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
Stafford, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stafford, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stafford, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Stafford, VA

Average UV index in December - Stafford, 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
Stafford, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Stafford, VA

Average visibility in December - Stafford, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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