December weather forecast
West Gate, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Gate, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in West Gate.

Rainfall

In West Gate, Virginia, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Gate, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In West Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Gate, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Gate, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in West Gate are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in West Gate?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Gate, is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in West Gate?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in West Gate.

What is the average humidity in December in West Gate?

In West Gate, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in West Gate in December?

In December, in West Gate, Virginia, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Gate?

In December, in West Gate, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Gate?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Gate have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Gate, Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Gate?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in West Gate?

The months with the least sunshine in West Gate, Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Gate?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Gate?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Gate?

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

Average temperature in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Gate, VA

Average pressure in December - West Gate, 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
West Gate, VA

Average wind speed in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Gate, VA

Average humidity in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in December
West Gate, VA

Average rainfall in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Gate, VA

Average rainfall days in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Gate, VA

Average snowfall in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Gate, VA

Average snowfall days in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
West Gate, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Gate, VA

Average sunshine days in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Gate, VA

Average UV index in December - West Gate, 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
West Gate, VA

Average cloud cover in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
West Gate, VA

Average visibility in December - West Gate, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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