December weather forecast
Carfax, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carfax, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a cold 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Carfax, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carfax, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Carfax, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.9 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carfax are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in Carfax in December?

In Carfax, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carfax have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Carfax?

In Carfax, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carfax, VA

Average temperature in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Carfax, VA

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Carfax, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Carfax, VA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Carfax, VA

Average rainfall in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Carfax, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carfax, VA

Average snowfall in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carfax, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carfax, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carfax, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Carfax, VA

Average UV index in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Carfax, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Carfax, VA

Average visibility in December - Carfax, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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