December weather forecast
Glade Spring, VA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Glade Spring encounters a steady low-temperature average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Glade Spring, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glade Spring, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glade Spring, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glade Spring, Virginia, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Glade Spring?

In Glade Spring, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glade Spring?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Glade Spring in December?

In December, in Glade Spring, Virginia, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Glade Spring?

In Glade Spring, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glade Spring?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Glade Spring?

In Glade Spring, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Glade Spring?

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 many hours of sunshine does Glade Spring have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Glade Spring?

The months with the lowest UV index in Glade Spring, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Glade Spring?

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

Average temperature in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average pressure in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average wind speed in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average humidity in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average rainfall in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average snowfall in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average UV index in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Glade Spring, 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
Glade Spring, VA

Average visibility in December - Glade Spring, 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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