December weather forecastDolphin, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Dolphin, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 50.5°F (10.3°C).Temperature
Dolphin's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in November to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Dolphin are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Dolphin, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dolphin, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dolphin are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 3.31" (84mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates 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. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.69"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Dolphin, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Dolphin, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Dolphin, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
