December weather forecast
Phipps, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Phipps, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Phipps.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Phipps, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Phipps, Virginia. In Phipps, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Phipps, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Phipps, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Phipps in December?

In December, in Phipps, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Phipps, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Phipps, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Phipps, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Phipps have in December?

In Phipps, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Phipps, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Phipps?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Phipps, VA

Average temperature in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Phipps, VA

Average pressure in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Phipps, VA

Average wind speed in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Phipps, VA

Average humidity in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Phipps, VA

Average rainfall in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Phipps, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Phipps, VA

Average snowfall in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Phipps, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Phipps, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Phipps, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Phipps, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Phipps, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Phipps, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Phipps, VA

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

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

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