December weather forecast
Lynchburg, VA

Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia
Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lynchburg, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

In Lynchburg, the average high-temperature in December marginally drops from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). In December, the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Lynchburg.

Rainfall

In December, in Lynchburg, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lynchburg. In Lynchburg, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lynchburg, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lynchburg is December, with an average of 9h and 38min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lynchburg are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interpret into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Lynchburg?

In December, in Lynchburg, Virginia, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Lynchburg?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Lynchburg.

What is the average humidity in December in Lynchburg?

In Lynchburg, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lynchburg?

In Lynchburg, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lynchburg?

In Lynchburg, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lynchburg?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 38min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lynchburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Lynchburg is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lynchburg?

On the first day of December in Lynchburg, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lynchburg?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Lynchburg, Virginia, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lynchburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lynchburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lynchburg?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average temperature in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average pressure in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average wind speed in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average humidity in December - Lynchburg, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall in December - Lynchburg, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall in December - Lynchburg, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 38min

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 38min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average UV index in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Lynchburg, VA

Average visibility in December - Lynchburg, 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).

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