December weather forecast
Lincoln, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lincoln, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Lincoln experiences an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Lincoln are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lincoln, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lincoln is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lincoln.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Lincoln?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lincoln during December are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Lincoln?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Lincoln?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in December?

In Lincoln, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lincoln?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lincoln?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lincoln?

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 4:58 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Lincoln?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lincoln?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lincoln?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lincoln?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lincoln, VA

Average temperature in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lincoln, VA

Average pressure in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, VA

Average wind speed in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lincoln, VA

Average humidity in December - Lincoln, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, VA

Average rainfall in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, VA

Average snowfall in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lincoln, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lincoln, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lincoln, VA

Average UV index in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, VA

Average visibility in December - Lincoln, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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