December weather forecast
Big Stone Gap, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Big Stone Gap, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Big Stone Gap, during December, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In Big Stone Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.2 days and collects up to 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Big Stone Gap, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 18.86" (479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Big Stone Gap is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Big Stone Gap, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Big Stone Gap. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Big Stone Gap?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Big Stone Gap, is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Big Stone Gap?

In December, the average relative humidity in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Big Stone Gap in December?

In Big Stone Gap, Virginia, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Big Stone Gap?

In Big Stone Gap, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Stone Gap?

December has the shortest days of the year in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Big Stone Gap?

In Big Stone Gap, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Big Stone Gap?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Big Stone Gap?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Big Stone Gap?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Big Stone Gap?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Big Stone Gap is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average temperature in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average pressure in December - Big Stone Gap, 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
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average wind speed in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average humidity in December - Big Stone Gap, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average rainfall in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average snowfall in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Stone Gap, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average UV index in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Big Stone Gap, VA

Average visibility in December - Big Stone Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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