December weather forecast
Springfield, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Springfield, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Springfield witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Springfield is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Springfield.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Springfield in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Springfield are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In December, the average relative humidity in Springfield is 76%.

How much does it rain in Springfield in December?

In Springfield, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Springfield in December?

In Springfield, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Springfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Springfield, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Springfield?

The months with the least sunshine in Springfield are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

In Springfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Springfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Springfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Springfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Springfield, VA

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Springfield, VA

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Springfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Springfield, VA

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

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

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