December weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia
The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

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 heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Charlottesville's temperature drops to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Charlottesville, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Charlottesville, Virginia, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Charlottesville are January through April, November and December. In December, in Charlottesville, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Charlottesville, 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 in Charlottesville.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlottesville, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Charlottesville?

The high-temperature in Charlottesville during December is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Charlottesville?

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Charlottesville, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Charlottesville?

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

How much does it rain in Charlottesville in December?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Charlottesville?

In Charlottesville, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charlottesville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Charlottesville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Charlottesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Charlottesville, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Charlottesville?

The months with the least sunshine in Charlottesville are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlottesville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Charlottesville, Virginia, is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Charlottesville?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlottesville, Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in December in Charlottesville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Charlottesville, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average pressure in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Charlottesville, VA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Charlottesville, VA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Charlottesville, VA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlottesville, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Charlottesville, VA

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).

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