December weather forecast
Maurertown, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maurertown, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Maurertown's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Maurertown, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maurertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maurertown, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Maurertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.9 days and aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Maurertown, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Maurertown experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°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 appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Maurertown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Maurertown, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Maurertown, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Maurertown is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maurertown, VA

Average temperature in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Maurertown, VA

Average pressure in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Maurertown, VA

Average wind speed in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Maurertown, VA

Average humidity in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Maurertown, VA

Average rainfall in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Maurertown, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maurertown, VA

Average snowfall in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maurertown, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maurertown, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Maurertown, VA

Average UV index in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maurertown, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Maurertown, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Maurertown, VA

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

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

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