December weather forecastFort Lee, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fort Lee, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).Temperature
December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's mild 57.2°F (14°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Fort Lee's average low-temperature in December is measured at a cold 35.6°F (2°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month in Fort Lee, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Lee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Fort Lee, Virginia. In Fort Lee, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fort Lee, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Lee are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Lee, 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
Fort Lee, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Lee, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Fort Lee, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Lee, 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 33).
Average visibility in December
Fort Lee, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
