December weather forecast
Bassett, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bassett, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Bassett's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bassett, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bassett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 24.53" (623mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bassett, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.3 days and aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bassett, Virginia, are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bassett in December?

In Bassett, 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bassett, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bassett in December?

In Bassett, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bassett, VA

Average temperature in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bassett, VA

Average pressure in December - Bassett, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bassett, VA

Average wind speed in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bassett, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Bassett, VA

Average rainfall in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Bassett, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bassett, VA

Average snowfall in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bassett, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bassett, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bassett, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Bassett, VA

Average UV index in December - Bassett, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bassett, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Bassett, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bassett, VA

Average visibility in December - Bassett, 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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