December weather forecastWakefield, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Wakefield, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).Temperature
The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Wakefield's average low-temperature in December is measured at a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In December, in Wakefield, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Wakefield, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Wakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Wakefield is 5.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average pressure in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average humidity in December
Wakefield, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Wakefield, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Wakefield, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wakefield, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 18min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average UV index in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Wakefield, 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).
Average visibility in December
Wakefield, 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).
