December weather forecast
Bent Mountain, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bent Mountain, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Bent Mountain reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) in December.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bent Mountain, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bent Mountain, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bent Mountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) 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 7:16 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bent Mountain, is 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bent Mountain, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bent Mountain, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bent Mountain?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bent Mountain have in December?

In Bent Mountain, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bent Mountain?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average temperature in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average pressure in December - Bent Mountain, 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
Bent Mountain, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average humidity in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average rainfall in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average snowfall in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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
Bent Mountain, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bent Mountain, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average UV index in December - Bent Mountain, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bent Mountain, VA

Average visibility in December - Bent Mountain, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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