December weather forecast
Tangier, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Tangier, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Tangier notes a steady average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tangier, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tangier are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Tangier, Virginia. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tangier, Virginia, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tangier.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Tangier, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Tangier is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Tangier?

In Tangier, in December, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tangier?

The average relative humidity in December in Tangier is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tangier?

In Tangier, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Tangier?

December is the first month it typically snows in Tangier. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tangier?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tangier?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tangier, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tangier?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tangier?

In Tangier, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tangier, VA

Average temperature in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tangier, VA

Average pressure in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Tangier, VA

Average wind speed in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tangier, VA

Average snowfall in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tangier, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Tangier, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tangier, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tangier, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Tangier, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Tangier, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Tangier, VA

Average visibility in December - Tangier, 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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