Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). During December, Independence's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Independence are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In December, in Independence, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Independence is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Independence are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Independence, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Independence, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Independence, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Independence, VA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Independence, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Independence, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Independence, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 6.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Independence, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Independence, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Independence, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Independence, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Independence, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Independence, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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