December weather forecast
Port Republic, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Port Republic, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) marks the month of December in Port Republic.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Port Republic, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, 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 Port Republic, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Port Republic, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Port Republic is December, 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 7:31 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 are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Port Republic, 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', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Port Republic?

In Port Republic, Virginia, 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 Port Republic?

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

How many hours of daylight does Port Republic have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, in Port Republic, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Port Republic is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Republic have in December?

In Port Republic, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Port Republic, VA

Average temperature in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average pressure in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average wind speed in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average humidity in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average rainfall in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average snowfall in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average UV index in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Port Republic, 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
Port Republic, VA

Average visibility in December - Port Republic, 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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