December weather forecast
Northfield, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Northfield, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Northfield's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Northfield, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Northfield, 48.7°F (9.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Northfield, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Northfield, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northfield?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Northfield is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Northfield, VA

Average temperature in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Northfield, VA

Average pressure in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Northfield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Northfield, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Northfield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Northfield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northfield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northfield, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Northfield, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northfield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Northfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Northfield, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Northfield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Northfield, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Northfield, VA

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

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

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