December weather forecastPleasant Valley, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Pleasant Valley, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In December, Pleasant Valley records an average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
In Pleasant Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In Pleasant Valley, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pleasant Valley are January through May, October through December. In Pleasant Valley, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.3 days and aggregates up to 16.89" (429mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Pleasant Valley, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Pleasant Valley, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Pleasant Valley, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Valley, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Pleasant Valley, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
