December weather forecast
Montclair, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Montclair, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Montclair's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Montclair, Virginia, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montclair, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Montclair, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. In Montclair, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.6 snowfall days, and 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Montclair, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Montclair, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montclair in December?

During December, Montclair experiences an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Montclair?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Montclair.

What is the average humidity in December in Montclair?

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

How much does it rain in Montclair in December?

In December, in Montclair, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Montclair in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montclair?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Montclair?

In December, the average day length in Montclair, Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Montclair?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Montclair, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Montclair?

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Montclair, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Montclair have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Montclair is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Montclair?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Montclair, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Montclair, VA

Average temperature in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Montclair, VA

Average pressure in December - Montclair, 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
Montclair, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Montclair, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Montclair, VA

Average rainfall in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Montclair, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Montclair, VA

Average snowfall in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Montclair, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Montclair, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Montclair, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Montclair, VA

Average UV index in December - Montclair, 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
Montclair, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Montclair, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Montclair, VA

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

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

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