December weather forecast
Gwathmey, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gwathmey, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Gwathmey experiences a nighttime temperature average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Gwathmey, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Gwathmey, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gwathmey in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gwathmey?

In Gwathmey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gwathmey in December?

In Gwathmey, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gwathmey have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gwathmey have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gwathmey?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average temperature in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average pressure in December - Gwathmey, 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
Gwathmey, VA

Average wind speed in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average humidity in December - Gwathmey, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Gwathmey, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average snowfall in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gwathmey, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Gwathmey, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gwathmey, 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
Gwathmey, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Gwathmey, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gwathmey, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gwathmey, VA

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

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

Average visibility in December
Gwathmey, VA

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

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

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