December weather forecast
Andover, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Andover, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Andover, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Andover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.2 days and collects up to 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Andover, Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In December, in Andover, Virginia, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. In Andover, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Andover, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Andover?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Andover, is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Andover?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Andover in December?

In Andover, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Andover?

In Andover, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Andover?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Andover, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Andover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Andover?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Andover?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Andover?

In Andover, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Andover, VA

Average temperature in December - Andover, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Andover, VA

Average pressure in December - Andover, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Andover, VA

Average wind speed in December - Andover, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Andover, VA

Average humidity in December - Andover, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Andover, VA

Average rainfall in December - Andover, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in December
Andover, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Andover, VA

Average snowfall in December - Andover, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Andover, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Andover, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andover, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Andover, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Andover, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Andover, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Andover, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Andover, VA

Average visibility in December - Andover, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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