December weather forecastPhilomont, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Philomont, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Temperature
In Philomont, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Philomont records a mean low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Philomont, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Philomont, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Philomont, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Philomont.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Philomont, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Philomont, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Philomont, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Philomont, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Philomont, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Philomont, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Philomont, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Philomont, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Philomont, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Philomont, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Philomont, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Philomont, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Philomont, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
