December weather forecast
Hardy, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hardy, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Hardy records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). In Hardy, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hardy, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hardy, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Hardy, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hardy. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Hardy experiences an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hardy, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hardy, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hardy have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hardy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

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

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 low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hardy, VA

Average temperature in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hardy, VA

Average pressure in December - Hardy, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hardy, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hardy, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hardy, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Hardy, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hardy, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hardy, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Hardy, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hardy, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hardy, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hardy, VA

Average UV index in December - Hardy, 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
Hardy, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hardy, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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

Average visibility in December
Hardy, VA

Average visibility in December - Hardy, 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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