December weather forecast
Oakwood, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oakwood, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Oakwood, Virginia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Oakwood, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Oakwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakwood are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Oakwood is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oakwood.
On the first day of December in Oakwood, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oakwood, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oakwood?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Oakwood, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°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 August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakwood?

In Oakwood, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Oakwood in December?

In Oakwood, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Oakwood?

The month with the most snowfall in Oakwood, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Oakwood in December?

In Oakwood, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakwood?

The month with the shortest days in Oakwood is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oakwood have in December?

In December, the average day length in Oakwood, Virginia, is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakwood?

On the first day of December in Oakwood, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oakwood is 4.8h.

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

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 reading in December in Oakwood?

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

Average temperature in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oakwood, VA

Average pressure in December - Oakwood, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Oakwood, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oakwood, VA

Average humidity in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oakwood, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakwood, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oakwood, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oakwood, VA

Average UV index in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Oakwood, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakwood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Oakwood, VA

Average visibility in December - Oakwood, 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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