December weather forecastIndependence, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Independence, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). The low-temperature average for Independence during December stands at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Independence, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.8 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 6.77" (172mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.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
In Independence, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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 42min
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 12min
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).
