December weather forecast
Keene, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Keene, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Keene's average high-temperature eases from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Keene, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Keene, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Keene have in December?

The average day length in December in Keene is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Keene?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Keene, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Keene, VA

Average temperature in December - Keene, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Keene, VA

Average pressure in December - Keene, 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
Keene, VA

Average wind speed in December - Keene, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Keene, VA

Average humidity in December - Keene, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Keene, VA

Average rainfall in December - Keene, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Keene, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Keene, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Keene, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Keene, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Keene, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Keene, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Keene, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Keene, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Keene, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Keene, VA

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

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

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