December weather forecast
Andover, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Andover, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Andover, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Andover, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Andover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.2 days and collects up to 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Andover, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Andover, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Andover.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Andover, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Andover?

The high-temperature, in December, in Andover, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Andover, Virginia, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Andover have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Andover have in December?

In Andover, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Andover, VA

Average temperature in December - Andover, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°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 (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Andover, VA

Average pressure in December - Andover, 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
Andover, VA

Average wind speed in December - Andover, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Andover, VA

Average humidity in December - Andover, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Andover, VA

Average rainfall in December - Andover, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Andover, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Andover, VA

Average snowfall in December - Andover, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Andover, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Andover, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Andover, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Andover, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Andover, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Andover, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Andover, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Andover, VA

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

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

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