December weather forecast
Belmont, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Belmont, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Belmont's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Belmont are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Belmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Belmont are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Belmont, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belmont, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Belmont?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Belmont, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Belmont have in December?

In Belmont, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Belmont?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Belmont, VA

Average pressure in December - Belmont, 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
Belmont, VA

Average wind speed in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Belmont, VA

Average humidity in December - Belmont, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Belmont, VA

Average rainfall in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Belmont, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belmont, VA

Average snowfall in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belmont, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Belmont, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belmont, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Belmont, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Belmont, VA

Average UV index in December - Belmont, 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
Belmont, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Belmont, 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
Belmont, VA

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

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

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