December weather forecast
Melfa, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Melfa, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Melfa's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melfa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Melfa. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Melfa, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

In Melfa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Melfa, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melfa have in December?

In Melfa, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Melfa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Melfa, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Melfa, VA

Average pressure in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melfa, VA

Average wind speed in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Melfa, VA

Average humidity in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Melfa, VA

Average rainfall in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Melfa, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melfa, VA

Average snowfall in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melfa, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melfa, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melfa, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Melfa, VA

Average UV index in December - Melfa, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Melfa, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Melfa, VA

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

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

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