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 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
A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). December in Damascus generally records an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Damascus, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Damascus, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Damascus, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Damascus, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Damascus, Virginia, is 5.2h.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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Damascus?
How much does it snow in Damascus in December?
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How many hours of daylight does Damascus have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Damascus?
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Average temperature in December
Damascus, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Damascus, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Damascus, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Damascus, VA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Damascus, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Damascus, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Damascus, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Damascus, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Damascus, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Damascus, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Damascus, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Damascus, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Damascus, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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