December weather forecastWaterford, VA
December
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waterford, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
