December weather forecastFranklin, VA
December
Weather in December
December brings winter to Franklin, Virginia, USA with promising signs of snowfall at just 0.51" (13mm). With temperatures dipping between 51.4°F (10.8°C) to 37.6°F (3.1°C), it's the coldest period of the year. Rainfall is constant at about 2.72" (69mm), adding to the moisture in the environment. Short daylight hours, approximately 9.7 hours, add to the chilly vibe of the season. Cold winds blowing through the city make it a typical winter month.Temperature
The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Franklin, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Franklin, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 173.1 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Franklin, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Franklin, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Franklin, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Franklin, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Franklin, VA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Franklin, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Franklin, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Franklin, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Franklin, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
