December weather forecast
Dory, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dory, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Dory experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Dory reports a consistent average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Dory, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Dory, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Dory, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dory, is 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Dory is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dory, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dory have 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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dory, VA

Average temperature in December - Dory, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Dory, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dory, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Dory, VA

Average humidity in December - Dory, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Dory, VA

Average rainfall in December - Dory, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Dory, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Dory, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dory, VA

Average snowfall in December - Dory, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dory, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Dory, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dory, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Dory, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Dory, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dory, VA

Average UV index in December - Dory, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dory, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dory, VA

Average visibility in December - Dory, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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