December weather forecast
Benthill, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Benthill, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Benthill experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Benthill observes an average nighttime temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Benthill, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Benthill, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Benthill, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Benthill, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Benthill, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) 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 36min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Benthill, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Benthill, VA

Average temperature in December - Benthill, 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).

Average pressure in December
Benthill, VA

Average pressure in December - Benthill, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Benthill, VA

Average wind speed in December - Benthill, 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).

Average humidity in December
Benthill, VA

Average humidity in December - Benthill, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Benthill, VA

Average rainfall in December - Benthill, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Benthill, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Benthill, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Benthill, VA

Average snowfall in December - Benthill, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Benthill, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Benthill, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benthill, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Benthill, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Benthill, 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).

Average UV index in December
Benthill, VA

Average UV index in December - Benthill, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Benthill, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Benthill, 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).

Average visibility in December
Benthill, VA

Average visibility in December - Benthill, 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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