December weather forecast
Cardinal Forest, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). During December, Cardinal Forest experiences an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cardinal Forest, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Cardinal Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cardinal Forest, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, 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 Cardinal Forest are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cardinal Forest in December?

During December, Cardinal Forest experiences an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cardinal Forest?

In Cardinal Forest, Virginia, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cardinal Forest, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cardinal Forest, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Cardinal Forest have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Cardinal Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average temperature in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average pressure in December - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average humidity in December - Cardinal Forest, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cardinal Forest, 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 January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average visibility in December - Cardinal Forest, 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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