December weather forecast
Franco, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Franco, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32°F (0°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

In Franco, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Franco, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.6 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Franco, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Franco, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Franco have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franco have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franco?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franco, VA

Average temperature in December - Franco, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Franco, VA

Average pressure in December - Franco, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franco, VA

Average wind speed in December - Franco, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Franco, VA

Average humidity in December - Franco, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Franco, VA

Average rainfall in December - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Franco, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franco, VA

Average snowfall in December - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franco, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franco, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franco, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Franco, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Franco, VA

Average UV index in December - Franco, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Franco, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Franco, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Franco, VA

Average visibility in December - Franco, 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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