December weather forecastLocust Dale, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Locust Dale, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).Temperature
Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Locust Dale's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Locust Dale, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Locust Dale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Locust Dale, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Locust Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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).
Average wind speed in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Locust Dale, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Locust Dale, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).
