December weather forecast
Mascot, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mascot, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Mascot experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Throughout December, Mascot witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Mascot, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mascot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.5 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mascot. In December, in Mascot, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mascot, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Mascot, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mascot in December?

Mascot in December has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Mascot?

The most humid month in Mascot is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mascot?

In Mascot, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mascot?

In Mascot, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mascot in December?

In December, in Mascot, Virginia, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mascot?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mascot?

The average day length in December in Mascot is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mascot?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mascot?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mascot is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mascot?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mascot, VA

Average temperature in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mascot, VA

Average pressure in December - Mascot, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mascot, VA

Average wind speed in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mascot, VA

Average humidity in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mascot, VA

Average rainfall in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mascot, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mascot, VA

Average snowfall in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mascot, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Mascot, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mascot, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mascot, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mascot, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Mascot, VA

Average visibility in December - Mascot, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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