December weather forecast
Glasgow, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glasgow, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Glasgow observes an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Glasgow, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Glasgow, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glasgow, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Glasgow, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. 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. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Glasgow are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glasgow, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glasgow, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Glasgow is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Glasgow have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Glasgow is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glasgow, VA

Average temperature in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Glasgow, VA

Average pressure in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glasgow, VA

Average wind speed in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Glasgow, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Glasgow, VA

Average rainfall in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Glasgow, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glasgow, VA

Average snowfall in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glasgow, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glasgow, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Glasgow, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Glasgow, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Glasgow, VA

Average visibility in December - Glasgow, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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