December weather forecast
Hillsville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillsville, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). In Hillsville, an average nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In Hillsville, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Hillsville, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hillsville, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillsville, during December, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hillsville, Pennsylvania, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hillsville, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hillsville, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hillsville is 3.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hillsville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hillsville in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hillsville, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsville?

In Hillsville, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Hillsville in December?

In Hillsville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hillsville in December?

In Hillsville, in December, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsville?

The month with the shortest days in Hillsville, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hillsville, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hillsville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hillsville is 3.1h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hillsville, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Hillsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hillsville, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsville, PA

Average temperature in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°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 (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hillsville, PA

Average pressure in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hillsville, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hillsville, PA

Average humidity in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hillsville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hillsville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hillsville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hillsville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 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
Hillsville, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hillsville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hillsville, PA

Average UV index in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hillsville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Hillsville, PA

Average visibility in December - Hillsville, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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