December weather forecast
Butterworth, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Butterworth, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.7 rainfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Butterworth, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Butterworth, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Butterworth, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Butterworth, is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Butterworth, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Butterworth, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Butterworth are February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Butterworth have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Butterworth?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°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 (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Butterworth, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Butterworth, VA

Average wind speed in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Butterworth, VA

Average humidity in December - Butterworth, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Butterworth, VA

Average rainfall in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butterworth, VA

Average snowfall in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Butterworth, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Butterworth, 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: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Butterworth, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Butterworth, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Butterworth, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Butterworth, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Butterworth, VA

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

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

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