December weather forecastBeaverdam, VA

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Beaverdam, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). Beaverdam experiences a consistent average temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Beaverdam, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Beaverdam, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Beaverdam, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Beaverdam, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Beaverdam.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Beaverdam, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Beaverdam. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Beaverdam vary between a high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

In Beaverdam, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Beaverdam, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Beaverdam.

In Beaverdam, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Beaverdam, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Beaverdam.

The average sunshine duration in December in Beaverdam is 5.1h.

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

In Beaverdam, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Beaverdam, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Beaverdam, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Beaverdam, VA

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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