December weather forecast
Clifton Forge, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Clifton Forge, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Clifton Forge's average high-temperature eases from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Clifton Forge, Virginia, are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clifton Forge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Clifton Forge, Virginia. In Clifton Forge, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clifton Forge, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Clifton Forge in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clifton Forge, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Clifton Forge?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Clifton Forge.

What is the average humidity in December in Clifton Forge?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Clifton Forge in December?

In Clifton Forge, Virginia, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Clifton Forge in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clifton Forge?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Clifton Forge?

In Clifton Forge, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clifton Forge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton Forge have in December?

In Clifton Forge, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Clifton Forge?

The months with the lowest UV index in Clifton Forge are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Clifton Forge?

In Clifton Forge, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average temperature in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average pressure in December - Clifton Forge, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average wind speed in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average humidity in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average rainfall in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average snowfall in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 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 and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifton Forge, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average UV index in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Clifton Forge, VA

Average visibility in December - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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