December weather forecast
Altavista, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Altavista, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.8°F (1°C) and max 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Altavista records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Altavista records an average low of 33.8°F (1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Altavista.

Rainfall

In Altavista, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Altavista, there are 158 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Altavista, Virginia. In Altavista, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Altavista, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Altavista, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Altavista.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Altavista?

The high-temperature during December is 48°F (8.9°C) and the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°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 computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Altavista?

The months with the highest humidity in Altavista are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Altavista?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Altavista?

In Altavista, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Altavista in December?

In Altavista, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altavista?

December has the shortest days of the year in Altavista, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Altavista have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Altavista?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altavista, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altavista?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Altavista, Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in December in Altavista?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

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

January, February 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 Altavista?

In Altavista, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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 temperature in December
Altavista, VA

Average temperature in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Altavista, VA

Average pressure in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Altavista, VA

Average wind speed in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Altavista, VA

Average humidity in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Altavista, VA

Average rainfall in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Altavista, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Altavista, VA

Average snowfall in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Altavista, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altavista, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Altavista, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Altavista, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Altavista, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Altavista, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Altavista, VA

Average visibility in December - Altavista, 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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