December weather forecast
Atkins, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atkins, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

In Atkins, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Atkins experiences a steady low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Atkins, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atkins, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.9 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atkins are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) 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 in Atkins, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Atkins is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Atkins?

Atkins in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atkins?

In Atkins, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Atkins?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Atkins?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Atkins?

In Atkins, during December, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atkins?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atkins have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Atkins?

On the first day of December in Atkins, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Atkins?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atkins?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atkins, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atkins, VA

Average temperature in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Atkins, VA

Average pressure in December - Atkins, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Atkins, VA

Average wind speed in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Atkins, VA

Average humidity in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atkins, VA

Average rainfall in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Atkins, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atkins, VA

Average snowfall in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Atkins, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Atkins, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atkins, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atkins, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Atkins, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Atkins, VA

Average visibility in December - Atkins, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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