December weather forecastGalax, VA
December
Weather in December
Closing the year in Galax, December brings back the familiar chill of winter. As snowfall returns to the forecast, with accumulation reaching 4.8" (122mm), the weather reflect festivities and the nearing of a new year. With colder weather dictating the rhythm, December's charm lies in its frosty landscape. Despite decreasing temperatures, the effervescent spirit of the holidays drowns out the chill. December, therefore, concludes Galax's annual weather saga on a memorable, if chilly, chapter.Temperature
Galax's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Galax's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Galax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Galax. The month with the most snowfall in Galax, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Galax. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Galax, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Galax, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Galax, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Galax, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Galax, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in December
Galax, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Galax, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Galax, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Galax, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Galax, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Galax, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Galax, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Galax, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
