December weather forecast
Sharps, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sharps, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Sharps, an average nighttime temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Sharps, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sharps, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sharps, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sharps, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Sharps, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sharps is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sharps. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. 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 is the average December temperature in Sharps?

Sharps in December has an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Sharps?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Sharps?

In Sharps, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sharps in December?

In Sharps, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sharps?

In Sharps, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sharps?

The month with the shortest days in Sharps, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sharps?

The average day length in December in Sharps, Virginia, is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sharps?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharps have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sharps, Virginia, is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sharps?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sharps is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sharps, VA

Average temperature in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sharps, VA

Average pressure in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sharps, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sharps, VA

Average humidity in December - Sharps, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sharps, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sharps, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sharps, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sharps, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharps, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sharps, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sharps, VA

Average UV index in December - Sharps, 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
Sharps, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sharps, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Sharps, VA

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

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

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