December weather forecast
Ashleys, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashleys, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout December, Ashleys witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ashleys, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ashleys. In Ashleys, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ashleys, Virginia, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ashleys?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ashleys, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ashleys?

In Ashleys, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ashleys in December?

In Ashleys, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ashleys?

In December, in Ashleys, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashleys?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ashleys?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ashleys, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashleys have in December?

In Ashleys, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ashleys?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ashleys?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashleys, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashleys, VA

Average temperature in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashleys, VA

Average pressure in December - Ashleys, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Ashleys, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashleys, VA

Average humidity in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashleys, VA

Average rainfall in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashleys, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashleys, VA

Average snowfall in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashleys, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashleys, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashleys, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashleys, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashleys, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Ashleys, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ashleys, VA

Average visibility in December - Ashleys, 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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