December weather forecast
Suffolk, VA

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Weather in December

December inaugurates the winter season in Suffolk with the lowest temperature averages for the year. While the weather becomes chilly with temperatures plunging to 52°F (11.1°C), a festive atmosphere enlivens the city. The daylight hours shrink to their minimum, leading to prolonged nights. With winter in full swing, residents wrap up warmly to combat the teeth-chattering cold. Although solid precipitation occurs during this month, snowfall does not gather considerable thickness.

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Suffolk, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Suffolk, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Suffolk, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

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 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Suffolk, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Suffolk is 5.5h.

UV index

In Suffolk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Suffolk in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Suffolk, is 52°F (11.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Suffolk?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Suffolk, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Suffolk?

In Suffolk, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Suffolk?

In Suffolk, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Suffolk?

In Suffolk, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Suffolk?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Suffolk.

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

In Suffolk, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Suffolk?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Suffolk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Suffolk?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Suffolk is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Suffolk, VA

Average temperature in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Suffolk, VA

Average pressure in December - Suffolk, 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
Suffolk, VA

Average wind speed in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Suffolk, VA

Average humidity in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Suffolk, VA

Average rainfall in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Suffolk, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Suffolk, VA

Average snowfall in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Suffolk, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Suffolk, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Suffolk, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Suffolk, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Suffolk, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Suffolk, VA

Average visibility in December - Suffolk, 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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