December weather forecast
Penhook, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Penhook, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Penhook, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Penhook, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Penhook, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Penhook, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Penhook are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Penhook?

In Penhook, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Penhook, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Penhook, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penhook?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Penhook?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Penhook, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Penhook, VA

Average pressure in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Penhook, VA

Average humidity in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Penhook, VA

Average rainfall in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Penhook, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Penhook, VA

Average snowfall in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Penhook, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Penhook, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Penhook, VA

Average UV index in December - Penhook, 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
Penhook, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Penhook, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Penhook, 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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