December weather forecast
Pittsville, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pittsville, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Pittsville experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) in Pittsville.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Pittsville.

Rainfall

In Pittsville, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Pittsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Pittsville, Virginia. In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pittsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pittsville.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pittsville is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pittsville, Virginia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pittsville in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pittsville are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Pittsville?

The months with the highest humidity in Pittsville, Virginia, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pittsville?

The average relative humidity in December in Pittsville is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pittsville?

In Pittsville, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pittsville?

In Pittsville, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittsville?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pittsville.

How many hours of daylight does Pittsville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pittsville, Virginia, is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pittsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pittsville have in December?

In Pittsville, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pittsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pittsville is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittsville, VA

Average temperature in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°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 (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pittsville, VA

Average pressure in December - Pittsville, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pittsville, VA

Average wind speed in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pittsville, VA

Average humidity in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pittsville, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pittsville, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pittsville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pittsville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittsville, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pittsville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pittsville, VA

Average UV index in December - Pittsville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pittsville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Pittsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Pittsville, VA

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

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

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