December weather forecastDyke, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dyke, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).Temperature
With the arrival of December, Dyke experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In Dyke, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dyke, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dyke, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dyke, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Dyke, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Dyke, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Dyke, VA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Dyke, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Dyke, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dyke, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dyke, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Dyke, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dyke, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Dyke, 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
Dyke, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Dyke, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
