December weather forecast
Locust Dale, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Locust Dale, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Locust Dale experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December nights.

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. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Locust Dale, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Locust Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

December has the least sunshine of the year in Locust Dale, 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 Locust Dale. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Locust Dale in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Locust Dale, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Locust Dale?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Locust Dale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Locust Dale is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Locust Dale?

In Locust Dale, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Locust Dale?

In Locust Dale, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Locust Dale?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Locust Dale, Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Locust Dale?

In Locust Dale, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Locust Dale?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Locust Dale?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Locust Dale?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Locust Dale, Virginia, is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Locust Dale?

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 reading in December in Locust Dale?

In Locust Dale, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average pressure in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Locust Dale, VA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Locust Dale, VA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Locust Dale, VA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Locust Dale, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Locust Dale, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Locust Dale, VA

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).

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