December weather forecast
Chesterfield, VA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle 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). Chesterfield usually reports an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Chesterfield, 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 Chesterfield, Virginia. In Chesterfield, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Chesterfield, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, 49.5°F (9.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.4°F (1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Chesterfield?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Chesterfield?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chesterfield?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chesterfield in December?

In Chesterfield, 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 Chesterfield?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chesterfield.

How many hours of daylight does Chesterfield have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chesterfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chesterfield?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Chesterfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chesterfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chesterfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Chesterfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Chesterfield, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, VA

Average visibility in December - Chesterfield, 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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