December weather forecastBuchanan, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Buchanan, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 32°F (0°C).Temperature
During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is recorded in the month of December in Buchanan.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Buchanan, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buchanan, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Buchanan, Virginia, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Buchanan, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Buchanan.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Buchanan, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Buchanan. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Buchanan, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 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
Buchanan, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Buchanan, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
