December weather forecast
Emory, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Emory, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). During December nights, Emory witnesses a consistent average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Emory, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Emory, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Emory, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Emory.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Emory, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Emory, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

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 in Emory.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December 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 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Emory?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Emory, VA

Average temperature in December - Emory, 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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Emory, VA

Average pressure in December - Emory, 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
Emory, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Emory, VA

Average humidity in December - Emory, 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
Emory, VA

Average rainfall in December - Emory, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Emory, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Emory, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emory, VA

Average snowfall in December - Emory, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emory, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Emory, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emory, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Emory, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Emory, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Emory, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Emory, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Emory, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Emory, VA

Average visibility in December - Emory, 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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