December weather forecastAmherst, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Amherst, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Amherst, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amherst, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amherst, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Amherst, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Amherst, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
