Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Chesapeake falls to an average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).Humidity
In Chesapeake, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In Chesapeake, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Chesapeake, Virginia, in December, the average water temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).Note: Entering waters of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels piercing cold, and below 50°F (10°C) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Chesapeake in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Chesapeake?
How many days does it rain in December in Chesapeake?
How much does it snow in Chesapeake in December?
How cold is the water in December in Chesapeake?
What is the month with the shortest days in Chesapeake?
What is the average length of the day in December in Chesapeake?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chesapeake?
How many hours of sunshine does Chesapeake have in December?
What is the UV index reading in December in Chesapeake?
Average temperature in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sea temperature in December: 52.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Chesapeake, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Chesapeake, 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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