December weather forecastChristiansburg, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Christiansburg, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Christiansburg cools down to an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Christiansburg, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Christiansburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Christiansburg, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Christiansburg, 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
Christiansburg, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Christiansburg, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Christiansburg, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Christiansburg, 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).
