December weather forecast
Hughes Corner, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hughes Corner, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Hughes Corner's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Hughes Corner, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hughes Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hughes Corner, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Hughes Corner in December has an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hughes Corner, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hughes Corner have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hughes Corner?

January 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 Hughes Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average temperature in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average pressure in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Hughes Corner, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average humidity in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
Hughes Corner, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hughes Corner, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average UV index in December - Hughes Corner, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hughes Corner, VA

Average visibility in December - Hughes Corner, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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