Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Virginia Beach's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Virginia Beach maintains an average of approximately a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.Humidity
In Virginia Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, in Virginia Beach, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Virginia Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Virginia Beach. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Virginia Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).Note: Swimming in 50.9°F (10.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Virginia Beach is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Virginia Beach, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Virginia Beach is 5.5h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Virginia Beach?
What is the average humidity in December in Virginia Beach?
How many days does it rain in December in Virginia Beach?
When does it start snowing in Virginia Beach?
What is the ocean temperature in December in Virginia Beach?
What is the month with the shortest days in Virginia Beach?
How many hours of daylight does Virginia Beach have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Virginia Beach?
How long on average sun shines in December in Virginia Beach?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Virginia Beach?
What is the UV index reading in December in Virginia Beach?
Average temperature in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Virginia Beach, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sea temperature in December: 50.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Virginia Beach, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Virginia Beach, 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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