December weather forecast
Bishop, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bishop, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Bishop witnesses an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bishop, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bishop, there are 180.1 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bishop are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Bishop, Virginia. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.3" (160mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bishop is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bishop are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bishop in December?

In Bishop, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bishop?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bishop?

In Bishop, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bishop?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Bishop. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Bishop?

In Bishop, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bishop?

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

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

The average day length in December in Bishop, Virginia, is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bishop?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bishop, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bishop have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bishop is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bishop?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bishop?

In Bishop, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bishop, VA

Average temperature in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°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 (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bishop, VA

Average pressure in December - Bishop, 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
Bishop, VA

Average wind speed in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bishop, VA

Average humidity in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bishop, VA

Average rainfall in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Bishop, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bishop, VA

Average snowfall in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bishop, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bishop, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bishop, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bishop, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bishop, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Bishop, VA

Average visibility in December - Bishop, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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