December weather forecast
Mappsville, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mappsville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mappsville is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mappsville, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mappsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Mappsville, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mappsville, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mappsville in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mappsville, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mappsville, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mappsville in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mappsville, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mappsville, VA

Average pressure in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mappsville, VA

Average wind speed in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mappsville, VA

Average humidity in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Mappsville, VA

Average rainfall in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Mappsville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mappsville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mappsville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mappsville, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mappsville, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mappsville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Mappsville, VA

Average UV index in December - Mappsville, 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
Mappsville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Mappsville, VA

Average visibility in December - Mappsville, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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