December weather forecastRocky Mount, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rocky Mount, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout December in Rocky Mount, Virginia, a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Rocky Mount is 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rocky Mount, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rocky Mount, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rocky Mount, Virginia, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Rocky Mount, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Rocky Mount is 5.5h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Mount. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Rocky Mount, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Rocky Mount, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Rocky Mount, 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).
