December weather forecast
Dolphin, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Dolphin, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Dolphin sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Dolphin observes an average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Dolphin, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Dolphin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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

December has the shortest days of the year in Dolphin, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
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 in Dolphin, Virginia, is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dolphin. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dolphin?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dolphin are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Dolphin?

The months with the highest humidity in Dolphin are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Dolphin?

In Dolphin, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dolphin in December?

In Dolphin, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dolphin in December?

In Dolphin, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dolphin?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dolphin have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dolphin?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dolphin?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dolphin?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dolphin is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dolphin?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dolphin, Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dolphin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dolphin, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dolphin, VA

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).

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Average pressure in December
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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).

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Average wind speed in December
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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).

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Average humidity in December
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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%).

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Average rainfall in December
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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").

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Average rainfall days in December
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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).

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Average snowfall in December
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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").

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Average snowfall days in December
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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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dolphin, 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: 5h and 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
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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).

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Average UV index in December
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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).

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Average cloud cover in December
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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).

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Average visibility in December
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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).

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