December weather forecast
Oakshade, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakshade, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). In Oakshade, December nights cool down to an average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakshade, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Oakshade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oakshade, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Oakshade, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Oakshade is December, with an average of 5.2h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Oakshade?

In December, in Oakshade, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Oakshade?

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Oakshade?

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

How much does it rain in Oakshade in December?

In Oakshade, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakshade?

In Oakshade, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakshade?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakshade?

The average day length in December in Oakshade is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakshade?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oakshade, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oakshade?

The month with the least sunshine in Oakshade, Virginia, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakshade have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oakshade?

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 reading in December in Oakshade?

In Oakshade, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakshade, VA

Average temperature in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average pressure in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average wind speed in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average humidity in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average rainfall in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average snowfall in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average UV index in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakshade, 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
Oakshade, VA

Average visibility in December - Oakshade, 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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