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Portsmouth weather in December (Virginia, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Portsmouth this December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Portsmouth typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 14°C, cooling off to about 4°C at night.

Precipitation

Portsmouth in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 158 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Portsmouth climate page with graphs.

 

Portsmouth, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 158 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Hampton, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Portsmouth.

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