December weather forecast
South Hill, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Hill, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). In December, South Hill's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

In South Hill, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in South Hill, New York, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 32.56" (827mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Hill, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 snowfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hill.
On the first day of December in South Hill, New York, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Hill, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Hill, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Hill?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Hill?

The average relative humidity in December in South Hill is 86%.

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

In South Hill, New York, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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

In South Hill, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in South Hill is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Hill?

On the first day of December in South Hill, New York, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Hill, New York, is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Hill?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Hill, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
South Hill, NY

Average temperature in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
South Hill, NY

Average pressure in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Hill, NY

Average wind speed in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Hill, NY

Average humidity in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
South Hill, NY

Average rainfall in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
South Hill, NY

Average rainfall days in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Hill, NY

Average snowfall in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Hill, NY

Average snowfall days in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Hill, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Hill, NY

Average sunshine days in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
South Hill, NY

Average UV index in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
South Hill, NY

Average cloud cover in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
South Hill, NY

Average visibility in December - South Hill, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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