December weather forecast
Hinton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hinton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Hinton experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hinton, Virginia, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Hinton, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hinton, Virginia, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hinton is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hinton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hinton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hinton, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hinton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hinton, Virginia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hinton?

In December, in Hinton, Virginia, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hinton?

In Hinton, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hinton?

The month with the shortest days in Hinton is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hinton have in December?

The average day length in December in Hinton is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hinton?

On the first day of December in Hinton, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hinton?

The month with the least sunshine in Hinton, Virginia, is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hinton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hinton is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hinton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hinton?

In Hinton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hinton, VA

Average temperature in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hinton, VA

Average pressure in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hinton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hinton, VA

Average humidity in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hinton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hinton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hinton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Hinton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Hinton, VA

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hinton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hinton, VA

Average UV index in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Hinton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Hinton, VA

Average visibility in December - Hinton, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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