Virginia Beach weather in December

December in Virginia Beach averages 54°F by day and 35°F at night, with 3.3 inches of precipitation. It is the 10th-warmest and 9th-wettest month of the year here.

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Average high
54°F-7° vs November
Average low
35°F11 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.3 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.4 in0 days at 90°F+

Is December a good time to visit Virginia Beach?

December is cool, with highs around 54°F. The most comfortable months overall are April to June and October.

On December 15 the sun rises at 7:09 am and sets at 4:48 pm, giving 9h 39m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Virginia Beach in December

  • Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

December nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Virginia Beach54°F35°F3.3 in
Chesapeake, VA14 mi55°F38°F3.3 in
Norfolk, VA14 mi55°F38°F3.3 in
Portsmouth, VA18 mi54°F38°F2.9 in
Hampton, VA25 mi52°F36°F3.7 in
Suffolk, VA30 mi54°F38°F2.9 in
Newport News, VA36 mi52°F36°F3.7 in

Warmer places in December

Big cities with comfortable December highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia Beach in December?

In December, Virginia Beach averages a high of 54°F and a low of 35°F, with 3.3 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is December a good time to visit Virginia Beach?

December is cool to cold in Virginia Beach, with average highs of 54°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Virginia Beach in December?

Rarely. The December snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Virginia Beach in November and Virginia Beach in January. All twelve months: Virginia Beach weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Oceana NAS, VA, 0.8 miles from the city center.