December weather forecast
Waterford, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waterford, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, the nighttime temperature in Waterford lowers to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Waterford, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waterford are January through April, November and December. In Waterford, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waterford, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Waterford, Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Waterford in December?

During December, Waterford experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Waterford?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Waterford.

What is the average humidity in December in Waterford?

The average relative humidity in December in Waterford, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Waterford in December?

In December, in Waterford, Virginia, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Waterford?

In Waterford, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waterford?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Waterford have in December?

In Waterford, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Waterford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waterford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Waterford, Virginia, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Waterford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Waterford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waterford, VA

Average temperature in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Waterford, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Waterford, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Waterford, VA

Average humidity in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waterford, VA

Average rainfall in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Waterford, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Waterford, VA

Average snowfall in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Waterford, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Waterford, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waterford, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waterford, VA

Average UV index in December - Waterford, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Waterford, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Waterford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Waterford, VA

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

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

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