December weather forecast
Sanford, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sanford, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Sanford observes an average nighttime temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sanford. In Sanford, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sanford, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sanford, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sanford are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sanford?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sanford, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanford?

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Sanford in December?

In Sanford, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sanford?

In December, in Sanford, Virginia, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanford?

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

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

In Sanford, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sanford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sanford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sanford is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sanford?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sanford?

In Sanford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanford, VA

Average temperature in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sanford, VA

Average pressure in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sanford, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sanford, VA

Average humidity in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanford, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanford, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanford, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanford, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanford, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sanford, VA

Average UV index in December - Sanford, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sanford, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Sanford, VA

Average visibility in December - Sanford, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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