December weather forecast
Buffalo Junction, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo Junction, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buffalo Junction, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Buffalo Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Buffalo Junction, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Buffalo Junction, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.9 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo Junction are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature in Buffalo Junction during December is 50.4°F (10.2°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°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 Buffalo Junction, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buffalo Junction, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Buffalo Junction, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Buffalo Junction, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average temperature in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average pressure in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average humidity in December - Buffalo Junction, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average UV index in December - Buffalo Junction, 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
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo Junction, VA

Average visibility in December - Buffalo Junction, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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