December weather forecast
Basye, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Basye, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In Basye, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Basye, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Basye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Basye are January through April, October through December. In Basye, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:15 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Basye.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Basye are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Basye?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Basye are 42.8°F (6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Basye?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Basye?

In Basye, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Basye in December?

In Basye, Virginia, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basye?

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

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

The average day length in December in Basye is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Basye?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Basye, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Basye?

The months with the least sunshine in Basye are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Basye have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Basye, Virginia, is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Basye?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Basye, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Basye, VA

Average temperature in December - Basye, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in December
Basye, VA

Average pressure in December - Basye, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Basye, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Basye, VA

Average humidity in December - Basye, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Basye, VA

Average rainfall in December - Basye, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Basye, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Basye, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Basye, VA

Average snowfall in December - Basye, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Basye, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Basye, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basye, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Basye, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Basye, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Basye, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Basye, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Basye, VA

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

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

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