December weather forecastPalmers Crossroads, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).Temperature
A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Palmers Crossroads, the December nights cool down to an average low of 32°F (0°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days 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 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).
Average wind speed in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Palmers Crossroads, 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 (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palmers Crossroads, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Palmers Crossroads, 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
Palmers Crossroads, 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 30).
Average visibility in December
Palmers Crossroads, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, September, October and December (5mi).
