December weather forecast
South Hill, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in South Hill, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). South Hill experiences a consistent average temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The most humid month in South Hill is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In South Hill, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in South Hill. In South Hill, in December, during 1 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.8 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hill.
On the first day of December in South Hill, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Hill in December?

The high-temperature in South Hill during December is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in South Hill?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in South Hill?

The average relative humidity in December in South Hill is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Hill?

In South Hill, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Hill?

In South Hill, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Hill?

The month with the shortest days in South Hill is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Hill have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Hill is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Hill?

On the first day of December in South Hill, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Hill?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Hill?

In South Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Hill?

The months with the lowest UV index in South Hill are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Hill?

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

Average temperature in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°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 (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Hill, VA

Average pressure in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
South Hill, VA

Average wind speed in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Hill, VA

Average humidity in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Hill, VA

Average rainfall in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Hill, VA

Average rainfall days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Hill, VA

Average snowfall in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Hill, VA

Average snowfall days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
South Hill, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Hill, VA

Average sunshine days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Hill, VA

Average UV index in December - South Hill, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Hill, VA

Average cloud cover in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
South Hill, VA

Average visibility in December - South Hill, 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).

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