December weather forecast
Hunton, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hunton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Hunton, an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Hunton, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hunton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hunton, Virginia, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) 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 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hunton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hunton, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hunton, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hunton have in December?

In Hunton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 value 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
Hunton, VA

Average temperature in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hunton, VA

Average pressure in December - Hunton, 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
Hunton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hunton, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Hunton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Hunton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hunton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Hunton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Hunton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hunton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hunton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hunton, VA

Average UV index in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hunton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Hunton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hunton, VA

Average visibility in December - Hunton, 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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