December weather forecast
Gainesboro, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gainesboro, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Gainesboro sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout December nights, Gainesboro experiences a consistent temperature average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gainesboro, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gainesboro, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gainesboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Gainesboro, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gainesboro, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gainesboro. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Gainesboro in December?

In December, in Gainesboro, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gainesboro?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Gainesboro?

In Gainesboro, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gainesboro?

In Gainesboro, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gainesboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gainesboro have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gainesboro is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gainesboro?

On the first day of December in Gainesboro, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gainesboro have in December?

In Gainesboro, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gainesboro?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gainesboro?

In Gainesboro, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average temperature in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average pressure in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average wind speed in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gainesboro, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average rainfall in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average snowfall in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Gainesboro, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average UV index in December - Gainesboro, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gainesboro, VA

Average visibility in December - Gainesboro, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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