December weather forecast
Sussex, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sussex, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Sussex's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Throughout December nights, Sussex experiences a consistent temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Sussex, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sussex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sussex are January through March, November and December. In Sussex, Virginia, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sussex, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sussex, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sussex, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sussex is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sussex are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sussex in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sussex, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Sussex?

December is the most humid month in Sussex, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Sussex?

The average relative humidity in December in Sussex, Virginia, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Sussex in December?

In Sussex, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sussex in December?

In Sussex, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sussex?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sussex have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sussex?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sussex?

In Sussex, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sussex?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sussex?

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

Average temperature in December - Sussex, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°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 (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sussex, VA

Average pressure in December - Sussex, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sussex, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sussex, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sussex, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sussex, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sussex, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sussex, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sussex, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
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
Sussex, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sussex, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Sussex, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sussex, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sussex, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sussex, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sussex, VA

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Sussex, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sussex, VA

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

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

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