December weather forecast
Goshen, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Goshen, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Goshen witnesses an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Goshen is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Goshen, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Goshen, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Goshen, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.9 days and aggregates up to 36.5" (927mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Goshen, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Goshen in December?

During December, Goshen experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Goshen?

December is the most humid month in Goshen, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Goshen?

The average relative humidity in December in Goshen is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Goshen?

In Goshen, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Goshen in December?

In December, in Goshen, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Goshen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Goshen, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Goshen have in December?

In Goshen, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Goshen?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goshen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Goshen is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Goshen?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Goshen?

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

Average temperature in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Goshen, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Goshen, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Goshen, VA

Average humidity in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Goshen, VA

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Goshen, VA

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Goshen, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Goshen, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Goshen, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and November (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Goshen, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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