December weather forecast
Sandy Hook, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Hook, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.7°F (8.7°C) and min 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Sandy Hook's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Sandy Hook falls to an average of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Sandy Hook, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Hook, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandy Hook, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Hook, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sandy Hook.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sandy Hook, Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandy Hook in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sandy Hook, Virginia, are 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Sandy Hook?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Hook?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Sandy Hook?

In Sandy Hook, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sandy Hook in December?

In Sandy Hook, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy Hook?

The month with the shortest days in Sandy Hook is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sandy Hook?

In Sandy Hook, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sandy Hook?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sandy Hook?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sandy Hook?

In Sandy Hook, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sandy Hook?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandy Hook?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sandy Hook is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average temperature in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average pressure in December - Sandy Hook, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average humidity in December - Sandy Hook, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Sandy Hook, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Hook, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average UV index in December - Sandy Hook, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Hook, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Sandy Hook, VA

Average visibility in December - Sandy Hook, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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