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
December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Orkney Springs, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Orkney Springs is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orkney Springs, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Orkney Springs, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Orkney Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in December
Orkney Springs, 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
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orkney Springs, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Orkney Springs, 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
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Orkney Springs, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
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