Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Nelson's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelson, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Nelson, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 50.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Nelson, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Nelson, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Nelson, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Nelson, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Nelson, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Nelson, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Nelson, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nelson, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Nelson, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Nelson, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Nelson, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Nelson, 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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