December weather forecast
Castlewood, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Castlewood, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Castlewood, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Castlewood, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Castlewood, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Castlewood, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.9 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Castlewood is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Castlewood in December?

In Castlewood, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32°F (0°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Castlewood, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Castlewood, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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?

In Castlewood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Castlewood, VA

Average temperature in December - Castlewood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Castlewood, VA

Average pressure in December - Castlewood, 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
Castlewood, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Castlewood, VA

Average humidity in December - Castlewood, 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
Castlewood, VA

Average rainfall in December - Castlewood, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Castlewood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Castlewood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Castlewood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Castlewood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Castlewood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Castlewood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Castlewood, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Castlewood, VA

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Castlewood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Castlewood, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Castlewood, VA

Average visibility in December - Castlewood, 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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