December weather forecast
Franco, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Franco, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Franco's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 32°F (0°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Franco, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.6 days and collects up to 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franco, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow. In Franco, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Franco, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Franco, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
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. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Franco?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franco?

In Franco, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Franco in December?

In December, in Franco, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franco in December?

In Franco, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franco?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franco have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Franco?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franco, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franco have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Franco, Virginia, is 4.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Franco?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Franco, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franco, VA

Average temperature in December - Franco, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franco, VA

Average pressure in December - Franco, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Franco, VA

Average wind speed in December - Franco, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franco, VA

Average humidity in December - Franco, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franco, VA

Average rainfall in December - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franco, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franco, VA

Average snowfall in December - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franco, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franco, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franco, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franco, VA

Average UV index in December - Franco, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Franco, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Franco, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Franco, VA

Average visibility in December - Franco, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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