December weather forecast
Birchdale, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birchdale, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Birchdale, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Birchdale, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Birchdale, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Birchdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Birchdale are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birchdale in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Birchdale, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Birchdale?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Birchdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Birchdale is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Birchdale?

In Birchdale, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Birchdale in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Birchdale?

The month with the shortest days in Birchdale is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Birchdale have in December?

In December, the average day length in Birchdale, Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Birchdale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Birchdale?

The months with the least sunshine in Birchdale, Virginia, are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Birchdale have in December?

In Birchdale, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Birchdale?

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

Average temperature in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Birchdale, VA

Average pressure in December - Birchdale, 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
Birchdale, VA

Average wind speed in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Birchdale, VA

Average humidity in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Birchdale, VA

Average rainfall in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Birchdale, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birchdale, VA

Average snowfall in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birchdale, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Birchdale, VA

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birchdale, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Birchdale, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Birchdale, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Birchdale, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Birchdale, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Birchdale, VA

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

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

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