December weather forecast
New Hope, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Hope, is still a chilly month, 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 entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). New Hope throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Hope, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Hope, 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 New Hope, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 16.69" (424mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Hope are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in New Hope during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Hope, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Hope?

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

How many days does it rain in December in New Hope?

In New Hope, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Hope in December?

In New Hope, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Hope?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Hope, Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does New Hope have in December?

The average day length in December in New Hope, Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Hope?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in New Hope?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does New Hope have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Hope?

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

How high is the UV index in December in New Hope?

In New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average temperature in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average pressure in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average wind speed in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average humidity in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average rainfall in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average rainfall days in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average snowfall in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average snowfall days in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Hope, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • 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
New Hope, VA

Average sunshine days in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average UV index in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average cloud cover in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, VA

Average visibility in December - New Hope, 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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