December weather forecast
Prospect, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Prospect, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Prospect, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Prospect, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Prospect. In Prospect, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Prospect, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Prospect, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Prospect, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prospect in December?

The high-temperature during December is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Prospect?

December is the most humid month in Prospect, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Prospect?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Prospect in December?

In December, in Prospect, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prospect in December?

In Prospect, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prospect?

The month with the shortest days in Prospect is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Prospect is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Prospect?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Prospect?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Prospect, Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prospect?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Prospect?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prospect, VA

Average temperature in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Prospect, VA

Average pressure in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Prospect, VA

Average wind speed in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Prospect, VA

Average humidity in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Prospect, VA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Prospect, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Prospect, 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 (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prospect, VA

Average snowfall in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prospect, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prospect, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prospect, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Prospect, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Prospect, VA

Average UV index in December - Prospect, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Prospect, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Prospect, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).

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