Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In the transition to December, Gate City observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of December, Gate City experiences a steady low-temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Gate City, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gate City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.6 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Gate City, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in December?
What are the most humid months?
What is the average humidity in December in Gate City?
How many days does it rain in December?
When does it snow the most?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Gate City have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
How long on average sun shines in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in December?
Average temperature in December
Gate City, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Gate City, 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
Gate City, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Gate City, VA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Gate City, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Gate City, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gate City, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gate City, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gate City, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gate City, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Gate City, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gate City, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Gate City, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).
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