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Virginia Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, the United States of America in December.

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Planning a journey to Virginia, the United States of America this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Virginia in December

Virginia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. December in Virginia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Basye at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Chesapeake at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Chesapeake and -4°C (25°F) in Basye.

For specific regional insights in Virginia, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Woodstock with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Norton with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Virginia Beach as an example - it receives around 163 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Virginia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Virginia Beach)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) July31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) This monthSeptember27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
Best Time to Visit Virginia →

Best Places to Visit in Virginia in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Virginia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Virginia

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Virginia (December)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (December)

Virginia Beach

In December Virginia Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
163 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Virginia Beach →

Williamsburg

In December Williamsburg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
158 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Williamsburg →

Arlington

In December Arlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
130 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Arlington →

Richmond

In December Richmond generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
164 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Richmond →

Alexandria

In December Alexandria generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
130 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Alexandria →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Virginia Beach 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Williamsburg 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Arlington 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Richmond 12°C (54°F) 0°C (32°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Alexandria 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Newport News 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Virginia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, the United States of America in December?

December in Virginia, the United States of America brings less favorable weather. In Virginia Beach, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Virginia, the United States of America in December?

Virginia Beach averages a daytime maximum of 13°C (55°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Virginia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in December?

Virginia Beach typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 109 mm (4.3 in) on average across Virginia, the United States of America.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Virginia, the United States of America?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Virginia, the United States of America due to the typically less favorable weather in Virginia Beach.

On average, the best time to visit Virginia, the United States of America is in April and May with generally excellent weather in Virginia Beach. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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