December weather forecast
Duffield, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Duffield, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Duffield's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Duffield, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.2 rainfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Duffield, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Duffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Duffield?

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Duffield, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Duffield, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Duffield, VA

Average pressure in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Duffield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Duffield, VA

Average humidity in December - Duffield, 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
Duffield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Duffield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Duffield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Duffield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Duffield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Duffield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Duffield, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Duffield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Duffield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Duffield, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Duffield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Duffield, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Duffield, VA

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

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

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