December weather forecast
Sandston, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandston, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Sandston, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandston, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sandston, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sandston, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sandston are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sandston?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sandston, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Sandston?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sandston?

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

How much does it rain in Sandston in December?

In Sandston, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sandston?

In Sandston, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandston?

The month with the shortest days in Sandston is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandston?

On the first day of December in Sandston, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sandston?

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sandston.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sandston?

In Sandston, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandston, VA

Average temperature in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandston, VA

Average pressure in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Sandston, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandston, VA

Average humidity in December - Sandston, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sandston, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandston, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sandston, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandston, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Sandston, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sandston, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandston, VA

Average UV index in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sandston, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sandston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sandston, VA

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

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

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