December weather forecast
Middletown, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Middletown, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). In December, Middletown's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middletown, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.9 days and collects up to 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Middletown are January through March, November and December. In Middletown, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Middletown, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Middletown, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Middletown. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Middletown in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Middletown, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Middletown?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Middletown?

In December, in Middletown, Virginia, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Middletown in December?

In Middletown, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Middletown?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Middletown, Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Middletown?

On the first day of December in Middletown, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Middletown?

The month with the least sunshine in Middletown, Virginia, is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Middletown?

In Middletown, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Middletown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Middletown?

In Middletown, Virginia, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Middletown, VA

Average temperature in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Middletown, VA

Average pressure in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Middletown, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Middletown, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Middletown, VA

Average rainfall in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Middletown, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middletown, VA

Average snowfall in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middletown, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middletown, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Middletown, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Middletown, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Middletown, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Middletown, VA

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

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

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