December weather forecast
Wedgewood, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wedgewood, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Wedgewood experiences an average nighttime temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Wedgewood is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Wedgewood, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wedgewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Wedgewood, Virginia, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wedgewood, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Wedgewood, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wedgewood. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Wedgewood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wedgewood, Virginia, during December are 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Wedgewood?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wedgewood?

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

How much does it rain in Wedgewood in December?

In Wedgewood, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wedgewood in December?

In Wedgewood, Virginia, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wedgewood?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wedgewood have in December?

In Wedgewood, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wedgewood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wedgewood, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wedgewood?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Wedgewood.

How many hours of sunshine does Wedgewood have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wedgewood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wedgewood?

In Wedgewood, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average temperature in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average pressure in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average wind speed in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average humidity in December - Wedgewood, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average rainfall in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Wedgewood, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wedgewood, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wedgewood, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Wedgewood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wedgewood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wedgewood, VA

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

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
Wedgewood, VA

Average visibility in December - Wedgewood, 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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