December weather forecast
Madison Heights, VA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Madison Heights, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

Madison Heights, Virginia, in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's moderate 55.4°F (13°C) to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Madison Heights, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Madison Heights, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Madison Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Madison Heights.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Madison Heights, is 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Madison Heights?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Madison Heights?

In Madison Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Madison Heights, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Madison Heights, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madison Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Madison Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Madison Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average temperature in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average pressure in December - Madison Heights, 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
Madison Heights, VA

Average wind speed in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average humidity in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average rainfall in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average snowfall in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madison Heights, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average UV index in December - Madison Heights, 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
Madison Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Madison Heights, VA

Average visibility in December - Madison Heights, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

Madison Heights, Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location