December weather forecastCharlottesville, VA
December
Weather in December
December welcomes winter back to Charlottesville, with temperatures dipping down to 46.6°F (8.1°C). As the city decks up for the festive season, the snowfall from a small 0.08" (2mm) in November increases to a full 1.38" (35mm). The days are shorter, and the nights are long and cold. The end of the year sees the city covered in a sheet of white, making December synonymous with a beautiful white Christmas and the onset of chilly winter nights. Despite cold conditions, the charm of the festive season makes December a joyous and special month for Charlottesville.Temperature
December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Charlottesville's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Charlottesville, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Charlottesville, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Charlottesville, 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
Charlottesville, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Charlottesville, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Charlottesville, 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
Charlottesville, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Charlottesville, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
