December weather forecast
Williamsburg, VA

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Over 50 percent of Williamsburg Virginia covered in green and dense forests

Weather in December

Eventually, December brings in the full wave of winter in Williamsburg, with temperatures dropping to between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C). It is the only month after January and February to witness snowfall, with up to 0.28" (7mm) falling over nearly one day. Despite being a month of winter and shorter days, the holiday spirit keeps the atmosphere vibrant and joyful. Cloud coverage peaks at 42%, encapsulating the city under a smooth, cloudy panorama. December marks a beautiful end to the year, with the white dusting of snow and an atmosphere filled with holiday cheer.

Temperature

Williamsburg experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Williamsburg experiences a mean temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

October and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Williamsburg, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williamsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Williamsburg, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are October and December Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Williamsburg, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Williamsburg, Virginia, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Williamsburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Williamsburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Williamsburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Williamsburg is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average temperature in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°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 (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average pressure in December - Williamsburg, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average wind speed in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average humidity in December - Williamsburg, 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
Williamsburg, VA

Average rainfall in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average snowfall in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Williamsburg, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Williamsburg, 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 3min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Williamsburg, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Williamsburg, VA

Average visibility in December - Williamsburg, 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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