December weather forecast
Horsepen, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Horsepen, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) from November's cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). An average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) marks the month of December in Horsepen.

Humidity

In Horsepen, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Horsepen, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.1 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Horsepen is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Horsepen.
On the first day of December in Horsepen, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Horsepen in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Horsepen, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Horsepen?

In Horsepen, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Horsepen in December?

In Horsepen, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Horsepen?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Horsepen, Virginia. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Horsepen?

In Horsepen, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Horsepen?

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

How many hours of daylight does Horsepen have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Horsepen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Horsepen, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Horsepen have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Horsepen is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Horsepen?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Horsepen?

In Horsepen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Horsepen, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Horsepen, VA

Average pressure in December - Horsepen, 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
Horsepen, VA

Average wind speed in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Horsepen, VA

Average humidity in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Horsepen, VA

Average rainfall in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Horsepen, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Horsepen, VA

Average snowfall in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Horsepen, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Horsepen, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Horsepen, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Horsepen, VA

Average UV index in December - Horsepen, 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
Horsepen, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Horsepen, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Horsepen, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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