December weather forecast
Greenwood, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Greenwood, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Greenwood's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Greenwood, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Greenwood, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Greenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Greenwood, Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In Greenwood, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Greenwood is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Greenwood, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Greenwood are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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 Greenwood?

December temperatures in Greenwood, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Greenwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Greenwood, Virginia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Greenwood?

In Greenwood, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Greenwood in December?

In Greenwood, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenwood?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Greenwood.

What is the average length of the day in December in Greenwood?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Greenwood?

On the first day of December in Greenwood, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Greenwood?

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Greenwood?

In Greenwood, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

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 intensity in December in Greenwood?

In Greenwood, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Greenwood, VA

Average temperature in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenwood, VA

Average pressure in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Greenwood, VA

Average wind speed in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenwood, VA

Average humidity in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenwood, VA

Average rainfall in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenwood, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenwood, VA

Average snowfall in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenwood, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Greenwood, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenwood, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenwood, VA

Average UV index in December - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Greenwood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Greenwood, VA

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

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

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