December weather forecast
Bluefield, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bluefield, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bluefield, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bluefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bluefield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bluefield, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bluefield, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bluefield, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bluefield?

The month with the shortest days in Bluefield is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bluefield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Bluefield, VA

Average temperature in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bluefield, VA

Average pressure in December - Bluefield, 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
Bluefield, VA

Average wind speed in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bluefield, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Bluefield, VA

Average rainfall in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Bluefield, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bluefield, VA

Average snowfall in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bluefield, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bluefield, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bluefield, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bluefield, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bluefield, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Bluefield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Bluefield, VA

Average visibility in December - Bluefield, 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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