December weather forecast
Forest, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Forest, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Forest's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Forest, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Forest, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Forest in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Forest, is 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Forest, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Forest, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Forest, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Forest, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Forest is 5.5h.

When is 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?

In Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Forest, VA

Average temperature in December - Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest, VA

Average pressure in December - Forest, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forest, VA

Average wind speed in December - Forest, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest, VA

Average humidity in December - Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Forest, VA

Average rainfall in December - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest, VA

Average snowfall in December - Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forest, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Forest, VA

Average visibility in December - Forest, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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