December weather forecast
Franklin, VA

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Weather in December

December brings winter to Franklin, Virginia, USA with promising signs of snowfall at just 0.51" (13mm). With temperatures dipping between 51.4°F (10.8°C) to 37.6°F (3.1°C), it's the coldest period of the year. Rainfall is constant at about 2.72" (69mm), adding to the moisture in the environment. Short daylight hours, approximately 9.7 hours, add to the chilly vibe of the season. Cold winds blowing through the city make it a typical winter month.

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Franklin's temperature lowers to a mean of 37.6°F (3.1°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Franklin, Virginia, is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Franklin, Virginia. In Franklin, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Franklin, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franklin in December?

In Franklin, 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

In December, the average relative humidity in Franklin is 79%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in December?

In Franklin, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Franklin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin, VA

Average temperature in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin, VA

Average pressure in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Franklin, VA

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franklin, VA

Average humidity in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin, VA

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin, VA

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin, VA

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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