December weather forecast
Leesburg, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leesburg, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Leesburg records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Leesburg, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Leesburg, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 12.6" (320mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Leesburg, Virginia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Leesburg, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Leesburg are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Leesburg during December?

In Leesburg, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Leesburg?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Leesburg?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Leesburg?

In Leesburg, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Leesburg?

In Leesburg, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leesburg?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leesburg have in December?

In Leesburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Leesburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leesburg, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leesburg have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Leesburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Leesburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Leesburg, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leesburg, VA

Average temperature in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Leesburg, VA

Average pressure in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Leesburg, VA

Average wind speed in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Leesburg, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leesburg, VA

Average rainfall in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Leesburg, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Leesburg, VA

Average snowfall in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Leesburg, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leesburg, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leesburg, VA

Average UV index in December - Leesburg, 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
Leesburg, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Leesburg, VA

Average visibility in December - Leesburg, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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