December weather forecast
Clarks Gap, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clarks Gap, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Clarks Gap's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clarks Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Clarks Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clarks Gap, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clarks Gap, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average temperature in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average pressure in December - Clarks 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
Clarks Gap, VA

Average wind speed in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Clarks Gap, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average rainfall in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average snowfall in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Clarks Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clarks Gap, VA

Average UV index in December - Clarks 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
Clarks Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Clarks 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Clarks Gap, VA

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

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

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