December weather forecast
Mount Jackson, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mount Jackson, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Mount Jackson, Virginia, observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Mount Jackson records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Jackson, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Mount Jackson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Jackson, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Mount Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) 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 Mount Jackson, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mount Jackson, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

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 Mount Jackson?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Jackson, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Mount Jackson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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 in Mount Jackson is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Mount Jackson, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Jackson, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average humidity in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, June, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Jackson, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average UV index in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mount Jackson, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Mount Jackson, VA

Average visibility in December - Mount Jackson, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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