December weather forecast
Mitchells, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Mitchells, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). During December, Mitchells sees a mean low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Mitchells, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Mitchells. In Mitchells, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mitchells is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Mitchells?

During December, Mitchells experiences an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Mitchells?

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mitchells?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Mitchells in December?

In December, in Mitchells, Virginia, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mitchells?

In Mitchells, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mitchells?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mitchells, Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Mitchells have in December?

In Mitchells, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mitchells?

On the first day of December in Mitchells, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mitchells?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Mitchells, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mitchells have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mitchells?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mitchells?

In Mitchells, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mitchells, VA

Average temperature in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mitchells, VA

Average pressure in December - Mitchells, 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
Mitchells, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mitchells, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Mitchells, VA

Average rainfall in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Mitchells, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mitchells, VA

Average snowfall in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mitchells, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Mitchells, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mitchells, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mitchells, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Mitchells, VA

Average UV index in December - Mitchells, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mitchells, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Mitchells, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

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

Average visibility in December
Mitchells, VA

Average visibility in December - Mitchells, 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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