December weather forecast
Martinsville, VA

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Weather in December

December ushers in winter in Martinsville, with temperatures reaching lows of 34.2°F (1.2°C), a notable drop from November's lowest average of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The landscapes wear a blanket of white, setting the stage for winter activities. It is indeed the time of the year that bestows the city with a magical charm. Despite the chill, the festive spirit of the holiday season keeps the atmosphere warm and spirited. As the year concludes, residents bundle up for January’s cold, marking a full cycle of a characteristic Martinsville weather year.

Temperature

Martinsville in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Martinsville, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Martinsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 19.96" (507mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h 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: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Martinsville in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Martinsville, records 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Martinsville, Virginia, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Martinsville, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Martinsville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Martinsville, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Martinsville, VA

Average temperature in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°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 (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Martinsville, VA

Average pressure in December - Martinsville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Martinsville, VA

Average wind speed in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Martinsville, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Martinsville, VA

Average rainfall in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Martinsville, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Martinsville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Martinsville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Martinsville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Martinsville, VA

Average UV index in December - Martinsville, 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
Martinsville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Martinsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Martinsville, VA

Average visibility in December - Martinsville, 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).

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