December weather forecastBlue Ridge, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Blue Ridge, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C).Temperature
December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Blue Ridge, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 32°F (0°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Blue Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Blue Ridge, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Blue Ridge, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Blue Ridge, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Blue Ridge, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Blue Ridge, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Blue Ridge, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Blue Ridge, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
