December weather forecast
Champlain, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Champlain, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Champlain, an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Champlain are January through April, November and December. In Champlain, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Champlain, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Champlain is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Champlain, Virginia, is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Champlain in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Champlain, is 48.4°F (9.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Champlain?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Champlain?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Champlain?

In Champlain, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Champlain?

In Champlain, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Champlain?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Champlain?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Champlain, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Champlain have in December?

In Champlain, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Champlain?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Champlain is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Champlain, VA

Average temperature in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°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 (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Champlain, VA

Average pressure in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Champlain, VA

Average wind speed in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Champlain, VA

Average humidity in December - Champlain, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Champlain, VA

Average rainfall in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Champlain, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Champlain, VA

Average snowfall in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Champlain, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Champlain, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Champlain, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Champlain, VA

Average UV index in December - Champlain, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Champlain, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Champlain, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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
Champlain, VA

Average visibility in December - Champlain, 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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