December weather forecast
Poquoson, VA

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Poquoson. The weather sees a combination of chilly winds, frequent rains, and reduced daylight hours. The beauty of falling snow is a characteristic December sight, second only to February in terms of snowfall. As the year comes to a close, overall weather conditions mirror those of January, with almost identical temperatures, rainfall, and wind speeds. Expect a rolling continuation of this weather as the new year unfolds.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Poquoson notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Poquoson, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poquoson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Poquoson. December is the first month it typically snows in Poquoson. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Poquoson, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Poquoson?

The high-temperature, in December, in Poquoson, records 50.4°F (10.2°C), while the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poquoson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Poquoson?

In Poquoson, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Poquoson?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poquoson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Poquoson, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Poquoson, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Poquoson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Poquoson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Poquoson, Virginia, is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Poquoson?

In Poquoson, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poquoson, VA

Average temperature in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°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 (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poquoson, VA

Average pressure in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poquoson, VA

Average wind speed in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poquoson, VA

Average humidity in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Poquoson, VA

Average rainfall in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poquoson, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poquoson, VA

Average snowfall in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poquoson, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Poquoson, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poquoson, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poquoson, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poquoson, VA

Average UV index in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Poquoson, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Poquoson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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 27).

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Average visibility in December
Poquoson, VA

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

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

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