December weather forecast
Hillsboro, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hillsboro, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Hillsboro's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Hillsboro anticipates an average minimum temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hillsboro. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hillsboro in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hillsboro, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsboro?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hillsboro?

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hillsboro is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average temperature in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average pressure in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Hillsboro, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hillsboro, VA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Hillsboro, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillsboro, VA

Average UV index in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Hillsboro, VA

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

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

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