December weather forecast
Carterton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Carterton, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). The low-temperature average for Carterton during December stands at an icy 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Carterton, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carterton, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carterton, 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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Carterton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Carterton experiences an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Carterton, 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 Carterton, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carterton?

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 Carterton, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carterton have in December?

In Carterton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Carterton, VA

Average temperature in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average pressure in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average humidity in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average UV index in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Carterton, 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
Carterton, VA

Average visibility in December - Carterton, 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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