December weather forecastAfton, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Afton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Afton records a mean low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Afton, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Afton, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 17.4" (442mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Afton, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Afton, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Afton, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Afton, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Afton, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Afton, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Afton, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Afton, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Afton, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Afton, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Afton, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Afton, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Afton, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
