December weather forecast
Tappahannock, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tappahannock, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Tappahannock's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Tappahannock observes an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tappahannock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Tappahannock, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tappahannock, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Tappahannock is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Tappahannock?

Tappahannock in December has an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Tappahannock?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Tappahannock?

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

How much does it rain in Tappahannock in December?

In Tappahannock, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Tappahannock?

In Tappahannock, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tappahannock?

December has the shortest days of the year in Tappahannock, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tappahannock have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tappahannock?

On the first day of December in Tappahannock, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tappahannock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tappahannock?

January, February 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 Tappahannock?

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

Average temperature in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average pressure in December - Tappahannock, 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
Tappahannock, VA

Average wind speed in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average humidity in December - Tappahannock, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average rainfall in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average snowfall in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Tappahannock, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tappahannock, 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tappahannock, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average UV index in December - Tappahannock, 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
Tappahannock, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Tappahannock, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Tappahannock, VA

Average visibility in December - Tappahannock, 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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