December weather forecast
Shipman, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shipman, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Shipman encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Shipman, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shipman, 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. Throughout the year, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shipman are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shipman in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Shipman, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Shipman?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Shipman?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shipman, Virginia, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Shipman in December?

In Shipman, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shipman?

In December, in Shipman, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shipman?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shipman.

How many hours of daylight does Shipman have in December?

In Shipman, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shipman?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shipman?

The month with the least sunshine in Shipman is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shipman?

In Shipman, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Shipman, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Shipman?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shipman, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shipman, VA

Average temperature in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Shipman, VA

Average pressure in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Shipman, VA

Average wind speed in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Shipman, VA

Average humidity in December - Shipman, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shipman, VA

Average rainfall in December - Shipman, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shipman, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Shipman, VA

Average snowfall in December - Shipman, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shipman, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Shipman, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shipman, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shipman, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Shipman, VA

Average UV index in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shipman, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Shipman, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Shipman, VA

Average visibility in December - Shipman, 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).

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