December weather forecastRoseland, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Roseland, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).Temperature
Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Roseland encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Humidity
May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Roseland, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Roseland, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Roseland, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Roseland, 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
Roseland, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Roseland, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Roseland, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Roseland, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Roseland, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Roseland, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Roseland, 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 18min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Roseland, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Roseland, 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
Roseland, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Roseland, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
