December weather forecast
Hanger, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hanger, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout December, Hanger anticipates an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Hanger, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hanger, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hanger, Virginia, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hanger is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hanger, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Hanger, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hanger, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hanger in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hanger, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hanger?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Hanger in December?

In Hanger, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hanger?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hanger?

In Hanger, Virginia, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hanger?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanger have in December?

In Hanger, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hanger?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hanger, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanger have in December?

In Hanger, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hanger?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hanger?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hanger, VA

Average temperature in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanger, VA

Average pressure in December - Hanger, 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
Hanger, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanger, VA

Average humidity in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hanger, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanger, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanger, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanger, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hanger, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanger, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanger, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanger, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hanger, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Hanger, VA

Average visibility in December - Hanger, 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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