December weather forecast
Fredericksburg, VA

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A river Rappahannock gloriously flows separating bushy trees from the beautiful buildings in Fredericksburg city, Virginia
A river Rappahannock gloriously flows separating bushy trees from the beautiful buildings in Fredericksburg city, Virginia

Weather in December

December closes the year in Fredericksburg with the return of the full winter chill. The amount of snowfall increases to an average of 1.06" (27mm). The average low dips further, averaging 33.4°F (0.8°C), marking the onset of a cold winter season. Despite this, the festive atmosphere in the city ensures that there are numerous activities to enjoy indoors, even as the weather outside turns frigid.

Temperature

In Fredericksburg, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Fredericksburg is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fredericksburg, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fredericksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fredericksburg are January through April, November and December. In Fredericksburg, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fredericksburg, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fredericksburg, Virginia. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Fredericksburg?

In Fredericksburg, 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Fredericksburg?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fredericksburg?

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

How much does it rain in Fredericksburg in December?

In Fredericksburg, Virginia, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fredericksburg in December?

In Fredericksburg, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fredericksburg?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fredericksburg?

In Fredericksburg, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fredericksburg?

On the first day of December in Fredericksburg, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fredericksburg?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fredericksburg.

How many hours of sunshine does Fredericksburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fredericksburg is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fredericksburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average temperature in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average pressure in December - Fredericksburg, 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
Fredericksburg, VA

Average wind speed in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average humidity in December - Fredericksburg, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average rainfall in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average snowfall in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 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
Fredericksburg, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Fredericksburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average UV index in December - Fredericksburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fredericksburg, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Fredericksburg, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Fredericksburg, VA

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

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

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