December weather forecast
Chester Gap, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chester Gap, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chester Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chester Gap, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Chester Gap, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Chester Gap, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Chester Gap, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Chester Gap, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Chester Gap, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chester Gap?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chester Gap?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester Gap have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average temperature in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average pressure in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average wind speed in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average humidity in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average UV index in December - Chester Gap, 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
Chester Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Chester Gap, VA

Average visibility in December - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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