December weather forecast
Marion, VA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marion, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.9°F (6.6°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Marion, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Marion, Virginia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Marion, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Marion, Virginia. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Marion, Virginia, is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Marion?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Marion are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marion?

In Marion, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Marion in December?

In Marion, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Marion?

The month with the most snowfall in Marion is December, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Marion?

In Marion, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marion?

The month with the shortest days in Marion, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Marion?

On the first day of December in Marion, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Marion have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Marion, Virginia, is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Marion?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Marion?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Marion, VA

Average temperature in December - Marion, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Marion, VA

Average pressure in December - Marion, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Marion, VA

Average wind speed in December - Marion, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Marion, VA

Average humidity in December - Marion, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Marion, VA

Average rainfall in December - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Marion, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Marion, VA

Average snowfall in December - Marion, 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").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Marion, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Marion, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Marion, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marion, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Marion, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Marion, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Marion, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Marion, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Marion, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 40).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Marion, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

[Resources]

Marion, Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location