December weather forecast
Spottswood, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spottswood, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). An average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Spottswood, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Spottswood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spottswood, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Spottswood, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Spottswood is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Spottswood 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Spottswood in December?

Spottswood in December has an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Spottswood?

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

How much does it rain in Spottswood in December?

In Spottswood, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Spottswood in December?

In Spottswood, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Spottswood?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Spottswood have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Spottswood?

On the first day of December in Spottswood, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Spottswood?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Spottswood, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Spottswood have in December?

In Spottswood, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Spottswood?

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

Average temperature in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Spottswood, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Spottswood, VA

Average wind speed in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Spottswood, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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
Spottswood, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Spottswood, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Spottswood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Spottswood, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Spottswood, VA

Average visibility in December - Spottswood, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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