December weather forecast
Ladysmith, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ladysmith, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Ladysmith records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ladysmith, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ladysmith, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ladysmith are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ladysmith, is 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 100.4°F (38°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 December, the average relative humidity in Ladysmith is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ladysmith, Virginia, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ladysmith, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ladysmith have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ladysmith?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ladysmith have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is 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 in Ladysmith?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average temperature in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average pressure in December - Ladysmith, 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
Ladysmith, VA

Average wind speed in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average humidity in December - Ladysmith, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average rainfall in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average snowfall in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Ladysmith, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ladysmith, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 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
Ladysmith, VA

Average UV index in December - Ladysmith, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ladysmith, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Ladysmith, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ladysmith, VA

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

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

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