December weather forecast
McGaheysville, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in McGaheysville, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). McGaheysville throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In McGaheysville, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 16.69" (424mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in McGaheysville, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In McGaheysville, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In McGaheysville, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In McGaheysville, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In McGaheysville, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does McGaheysville have in December?

In McGaheysville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average temperature in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average pressure in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McGaheysville, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average humidity in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average rainfall in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
McGaheysville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average snowfall in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
McGaheysville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - McGaheysville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
McGaheysville, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
McGaheysville, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
McGaheysville, VA

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

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

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