December weather forecast
Hot Springs, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hot Springs, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Hot Springs, Virginia, is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Hot Springs, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hot Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 29.53" (750mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hot Springs, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hot Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.9 days and aggregates up to 36.5" (927mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hot Springs is 5.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hot Springs?

The high-temperature in Hot Springs during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Hot Springs?

The most humid month in Hot Springs, Virginia, is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hot Springs in December?

In December, in Hot Springs, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hot Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hot Springs?

On the first day of December in Hot Springs, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hot Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hot Springs is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hot Springs?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hot Springs?

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

Average temperature in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average pressure in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average humidity in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average UV index in December - Hot Springs, 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
Hot Springs, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hot Springs, VA

Average visibility in December - Hot Springs, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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