December weather forecast
Emporia, VA

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Weather in December

December in Emporia, Virginia, brings low temperatures and marks the official beginning of winter. Temperatures get as low as 36.7°F (2.6°C) and peak to an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C). Moreover, December restores the slight chance of snowfall with an expectation of 0.51" (13mm), as compared to no snowfall observations from May to November. With 9.7 Hours of daily sunlight, December has the shortest days of the year. While December can be cold, the festivity of the holiday season keeps the overall mood warm and joyous in Emporia. With the snowfall, the look of the city turns picturesque, maybe even the perfect setting for a white Christmas.

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Emporia's average high-temperature, easing from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Emporia sees an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Emporia, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Emporia, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Emporia, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Emporia, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.5 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Emporia is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Emporia in December?

In December, in Emporia, the average high-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). 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 average humidity in December in Emporia?

The average relative humidity in December in Emporia is 78%.

How much does it rain in Emporia in December?

In Emporia, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Emporia in December?

In Emporia, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emporia?

The month with the shortest days in Emporia is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Emporia, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Emporia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Emporia?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Emporia, Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in December in Emporia?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Emporia?

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

Average temperature in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Emporia, VA

Average pressure in December - Emporia, 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
Emporia, VA

Average wind speed in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Emporia, VA

Average humidity in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April, July and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Emporia, VA

Average rainfall in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Emporia, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Emporia, VA

Average snowfall in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
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
Emporia, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Emporia, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emporia, 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 months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Emporia, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Emporia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Emporia, VA

Average UV index in December - Emporia, 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
Emporia, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Emporia, 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
Emporia, VA

Average visibility in December - Emporia, 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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