December weather forecastBedford, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bedford, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).Temperature
The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). In Bedford, an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is expected during December.Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Bedford, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Bedford are January through April, November and December. In Bedford, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bedford, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Bedford, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Bedford, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Bedford, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Bedford, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Bedford, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bedford, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Bedford, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.6 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
Bedford, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bedford, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Bedford, 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
Bedford, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Bedford, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).
