December weather forecast
Chilhowie, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chilhowie, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Chilhowie's average high-temperature eases from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). During December, Chilhowie's temperature averages to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Chilhowie, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chilhowie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.6 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chilhowie, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.9 snowfall days, and 22.91" (582mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chilhowie, the average sunshine in December is 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Chilhowie is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chilhowie have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Chilhowie 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 temperature in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average temperature in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average pressure in December - Chilhowie, 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
Chilhowie, VA

Average wind speed in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average humidity in December - Chilhowie, 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
Chilhowie, VA

Average rainfall in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average snowfall in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Chilhowie, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average UV index in December - Chilhowie, 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
Chilhowie, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Chilhowie, VA

Average visibility in December - Chilhowie, 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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