December weather forecast
Pocahontas, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pocahontas, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

Pocahontas in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Pocahontas's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, Virginia, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pocahontas, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Pocahontas in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pocahontas, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pocahontas, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in December?

In Pocahontas, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocahontas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average temperature in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average pressure in December - Pocahontas, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average wind speed in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average humidity in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average rainfall in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average snowfall in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocahontas, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average UV index in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pocahontas, VA

Average visibility in December - Pocahontas, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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