December weather forecast
Stanley, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanley, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As Stanley enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) of November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In December, Stanley experiences an average nighttime temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stanley, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stanley, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.3 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stanley, Virginia. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In Stanley, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Stanley is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Stanley is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Stanley?

In Stanley, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stanley?

The average relative humidity in December in Stanley, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Stanley in December?

In Stanley, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, Virginia, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanley?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Stanley, Virginia, is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stanley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stanley?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Stanley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stanley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stanley is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanley, VA

Average temperature in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stanley, VA

Average pressure in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stanley, VA

Average wind speed in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stanley, VA

Average humidity in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stanley, VA

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stanley, VA

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stanley, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 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
Stanley, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stanley, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stanley, VA

Average UV index in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Stanley, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Stanley, VA

Average visibility in December - Stanley, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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