December weather forecastFayette Park, VA

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fayette Park, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Fayette Park records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout December, Fayette Park witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fayette Park, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fayette Park, Virginia, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fayette Park are January through April, November and December. In Fayette Park, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Fayette Park, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

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 Fayette Park, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Fayette Park during December is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Fayette Park, Virginia.

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

In Fayette Park, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

In Fayette Park, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

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

In December, the average day length in Fayette Park is 9h and 37min.

On the first day of December in Fayette Park, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

The month with the least sunshine in Fayette Park is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

In Fayette Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

In Fayette Park, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayette Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayette Park, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fayette Park, VA

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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