December weather forecastCommonwealth, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Commonwealth, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).Temperature
The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In December, Commonwealth reports a consistent average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Commonwealth, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. 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 Commonwealth, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Commonwealth, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.6 days and aggregates up to 10.43" (265mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, 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).
