December weather forecast
Shortt Gap, VA

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Shortt Gap, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In Shortt Gap, the average high-temperature in December marginally drops from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Shortt Gap, in December, the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Shortt Gap, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shortt Gap, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shortt Gap, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Shortt Gap, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 40min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Shortt Gap, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shortt Gap. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interpret into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Shortt Gap?

In December, in Shortt Gap, Virginia, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shortt Gap?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shortt Gap is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shortt Gap in December?

In Shortt Gap, Virginia, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Shortt Gap?

The month with the most snowfall in Shortt Gap, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Shortt Gap?

In December, in Shortt Gap, Virginia, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shortt Gap?

The month with the shortest days in Shortt Gap is December, with an average of 9h and 40min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shortt Gap have in December?

The average day length in December in Shortt Gap is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shortt Gap?

On the first day of December in Shortt Gap, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shortt Gap have in December?

In Shortt Gap, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shortt Gap?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shortt Gap?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average temperature in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average pressure in December - Shortt Gap, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average wind speed in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average humidity in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shortt Gap, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average UV index in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Shortt Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Shortt Gap, VA

Average visibility in December - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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