December weather forecastAbingdon, VA

December

Weather in December

In December, Abingdon embraces the Winter as evidenced by decreasing temperatures, reaching lows of 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and increased snowfall of 4.92" (125mm) on average. The city caps the year adorned with a beautiful wintry landscape, welcoming the long nights and shorter daylights of December. The dramatic reduction in temperature requires bundling up and an adjustment of daily routines to suit the colder weather patterns. Known for its snowy weather, this month reels in snow enthusiasts looking to frolic in the winter snow. Towards the end of the month, Abingdon witnesses a significant increase in cloud cover, providing a natural blanket for the cold winter days.

Temperature

Abingdon observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Abingdon, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.2 rainfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Abingdon, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Abingdon, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

In Abingdon, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

In Abingdon, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

In Abingdon, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

53.2°F

45.1°F

40.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.1mph

6.8mph

7.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.4

12.9

11.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Abingdon, VA

Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Abingdon, VA

Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Abingdon, VA

Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Abingdon, VA

Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Abingdon, VA

Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Abingdon, VA

Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abingdon, VA

Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Abingdon, VA

Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abingdon, 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 6min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abingdon, VA

Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Abingdon, VA

Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Abingdon, VA

Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Abingdon, VA

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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