December weather forecast
Gayton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gayton, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Gayton records an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Gayton is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Gayton, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Gayton. In Gayton, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gayton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Gayton?

The high-temperature in Gayton, Virginia, during December is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Gayton?

The most humid month in Gayton is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gayton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Gayton in December?

In December, in Gayton, Virginia, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gayton?

In December, in Gayton, Virginia, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gayton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gayton, Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gayton have in December?

In Gayton, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gayton, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gayton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gayton have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gayton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gayton, VA

Average temperature in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°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 (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gayton, VA

Average pressure in December - Gayton, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gayton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Gayton, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Gayton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Gayton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gayton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gayton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Gayton, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gayton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Gayton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gayton, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gayton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Gayton, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Gayton, VA

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

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

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