December weather forecastLaurel Fork, VA

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laurel Fork, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Laurel Fork's average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Laurel Fork observes an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Laurel Fork, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.9 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Laurel Fork, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

In Laurel Fork, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Laurel Fork, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

In Laurel Fork, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Fork, 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
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Fork, 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
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel Fork, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Fork, 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
Laurel Fork, VA

  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

Average visibility in December
Laurel Fork, 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).