December weather forecast
Deerfield, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Deerfield, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Deerfield's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). December nights in Deerfield, Virginia, are marked by an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Deerfield is 78%.

Rainfall

In Deerfield, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Deerfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Deerfield. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Deerfield?

Deerfield in December has an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Deerfield?

The average relative humidity in December in Deerfield, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Deerfield in December?

In Deerfield, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Deerfield?

In December, in Deerfield, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Deerfield?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Deerfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Deerfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Deerfield, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Deerfield?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Deerfield, Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in December in Deerfield?

In Deerfield, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Deerfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Deerfield 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
Deerfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Deerfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Deerfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Deerfield, VA

Average humidity in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Deerfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Deerfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deerfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deerfield, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deerfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Deerfield, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Deerfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Deerfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Deerfield, VA

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

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

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