December weather forecastProspect, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Prospect, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Temperature
December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Prospect, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) during December.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Prospect, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Prospect. In Prospect, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Prospect, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) 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 December in Prospect, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Prospect, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Prospect, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Prospect, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Prospect, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Prospect, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Prospect, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Prospect, 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 (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Prospect, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Prospect, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prospect, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Prospect, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Prospect, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Prospect, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Prospect, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
