December weather forecast
Jewell Ridge, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Jewell Ridge, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Jewell Ridge anticipates an average minimum temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Jewell Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jewell Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Jewell Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jewell Ridge 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Jewell Ridge in December has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Jewell Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jewell Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Jewell Ridge?

In Jewell Ridge, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Jewell Ridge have in December?

In Jewell Ridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jewell Ridge have in December?

In Jewell Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Jewell Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average temperature in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average pressure in December - Jewell Ridge, 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
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average wind speed in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average humidity in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jewell Ridge, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average UV index in December - Jewell Ridge, 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
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average visibility in December - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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