December weather forecastMaidens Forest, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Maidens Forest, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).Temperature
Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Maidens Forest, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maidens Forest, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Maidens Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Maidens Forest, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Maidens Forest, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Maidens Forest, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
