December weather forecast
Fords, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fords, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.9°F (1.6°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Fords's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Fords, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fords, Virginia, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fords, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fords, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fords, Virginia.
On the first day of December in Fords, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Fords?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fords, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.9°F (1.6°C). 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 September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Fords?

The most humid month in Fords is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fords?

In Fords, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fords?

In December, in Fords, Virginia, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fords in December?

In Fords, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fords?

The month with the shortest days in Fords, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fords?

The average day length in December in Fords is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fords?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fords?

The month with the least sunshine in Fords is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fords have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fords?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fords?

In Fords, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fords, VA

Average temperature in December - Fords, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Fords, VA

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

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Fords, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Fords, VA

Average rainfall in December - Fords, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Fords, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Fords, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fords, VA

Average snowfall in December - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fords, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Fords, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fords, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fords, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Fords, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fords, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fords, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fords, VA

Average visibility in December - Fords, 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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