December weather forecast
Tangier, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Tangier, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Tangier's average temperature throughout the nights in December exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Tangier, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Tangier. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Tangier, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tangier are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 48.2°F (9°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tangier, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tangier?

In Tangier, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Tangier, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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
Tangier, VA

Average temperature in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tangier, VA

Average pressure in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tangier, VA

Average wind speed in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tangier, VA

Average snowfall in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tangier, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Tangier, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Tangier, VA

Average UV index in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tangier, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Tangier, VA

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

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

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