December weather forecast
Dayton, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dayton, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Dayton, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dayton, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dayton, Virginia, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Dayton, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dayton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dayton in December?

The high-temperature in Dayton during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Dayton in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dayton in December?

In December, in Dayton, Virginia, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dayton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dayton, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dayton?

In December, the average day length in Dayton, Virginia, is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dayton?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dayton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dayton, Virginia, is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dayton, Virginia, 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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Average temperature in December
Dayton, VA

Average temperature in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dayton, VA

Average pressure in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dayton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dayton, VA

Average humidity in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Dayton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dayton, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
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
Dayton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Dayton, VA

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

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

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