December weather forecast
Pulaski, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Pulaski, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout the December nights, Pulaski encounters a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pulaski are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Pulaski, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185 rainfall days, and 29.49" (749mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Pulaski, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pulaski, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pulaski is 5.1h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pulaski?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pulaski, records 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Pulaski?

The months with the highest humidity in Pulaski, Virginia, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pulaski?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Pulaski?

In Pulaski, Virginia, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pulaski in December?

In Pulaski, Virginia, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pulaski?

The month with the shortest days in Pulaski is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pulaski have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pulaski?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pulaski, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pulaski?

In Pulaski, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pulaski?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pulaski?

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

Average temperature in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pulaski, VA

Average pressure in December - Pulaski, 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
Pulaski, VA

Average wind speed in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pulaski, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Pulaski, VA

Average rainfall in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Pulaski, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pulaski, VA

Average snowfall in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pulaski, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pulaski, 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 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pulaski, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Pulaski, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pulaski, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Pulaski, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pulaski, VA

Average visibility in December - Pulaski, 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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