December weather forecast
Northfield, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Northfield, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Northfield's temperature drops to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Northfield, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northfield in December?

Northfield in December has an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Northfield?

The most humid month in Northfield, Virginia, is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Northfield?

In Northfield, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in December?

In Northfield, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Northfield?

In Northfield, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northfield?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Northfield?

In December, the average day length in Northfield, Virginia, is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Northfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northfield?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Northfield, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Northfield is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Northfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Northfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Northfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Northfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Northfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Northfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Northfield, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Northfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Northfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Northfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Northfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Northfield, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Northfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Northfield, VA

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

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

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