December weather forecast
Stephens City, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stephens City, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stephens City, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stephens City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stephens City, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Stephens City, 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stephens City?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stephens City, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stephens City have in December?

In Stephens City, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stephens City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stephens City?

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 Stephens City?

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

Average temperature in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Stephens City, VA

Average pressure in December - Stephens City, 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
Stephens City, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Stephens City, VA

Average humidity in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Stephens City, VA

Average rainfall in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Stephens City, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stephens City, VA

Average snowfall in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stephens City, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stephens City, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stephens City, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Stephens City, VA

Average UV index in December - Stephens City, 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
Stephens City, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Stephens City, VA

Average visibility in December - Stephens City, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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