December weather forecast
Birchleaf, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birchleaf, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Birchleaf's temperature lowers to a mean of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Birchleaf?

In Birchleaf, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Birchleaf is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Birchleaf have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

In Birchleaf, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average temperature in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average pressure in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average wind speed in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Birchleaf, VA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average rainfall in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average snowfall in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birchleaf, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Birchleaf, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Birchleaf, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Birchleaf, VA

Average visibility in December - Birchleaf, 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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