December weather forecast
Butterworth, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Butterworth, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Butterworth temperatures generally rest at a low of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Butterworth, Virginia, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Butterworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.7 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Butterworth. In December, in Butterworth, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Butterworth, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Butterworth, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Butterworth?

December temperatures in Butterworth vary between a high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Butterworth?

The most humid month in Butterworth, Virginia, is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Butterworth?

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

How much does it rain in Butterworth in December?

In Butterworth, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Butterworth in December?

In Butterworth, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Butterworth?

The month with the shortest days in Butterworth is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Butterworth?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Butterworth?

February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Butterworth.

How long on average sun shines in December in Butterworth?

In Butterworth, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Butterworth?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Butterworth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Butterworth is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Butterworth, VA

Average temperature in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Butterworth, VA

Average pressure in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Butterworth, VA

Average wind speed in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Butterworth, VA

Average humidity in December - Butterworth, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Butterworth, VA

Average rainfall in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Butterworth, VA

Average snowfall in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Butterworth, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Butterworth, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Butterworth, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Butterworth, VA

Average visibility in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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