December weather forecast
Fairfield, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fairfield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Fairfield's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Fairfield. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fairfield, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fairfield in December?

Fairfield in December has an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Fairfield are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fairfield?

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

How much does it rain in Fairfield in December?

In Fairfield, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairfield?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Fairfield?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairfield?

The month with the least sunshine in Fairfield is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fairfield?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fairfield is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairfield, VA

Average UV index in December - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Fairfield, VA

Average visibility in December - Fairfield, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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