December weather forecast
Craigsville, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Craigsville, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). During December, Craigsville records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Craigsville, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Craigsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Craigsville, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Craigsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h 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 in Craigsville, Virginia. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Craigsville in December has an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Craigsville?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Craigsville, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min 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 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Craigsville is 5.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Craigsville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Craigsville, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Craigsville, VA

Average temperature in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Craigsville, VA

Average pressure in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Craigsville, VA

Average wind speed in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Craigsville, VA

Average humidity in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Craigsville, VA

Average rainfall in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Craigsville, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Craigsville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Craigsville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Craigsville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Craigsville, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Craigsville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Craigsville, VA

Average visibility in December - Craigsville, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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