December weather forecast
Rectortown, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rectortown, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

In Rectortown, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Rectortown experiences an average low-temperature reading of 32°F (0°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rectortown, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rectortown, Virginia, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Rectortown, Virginia. In December, in Rectortown, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rectortown, there are 20.3 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rectortown, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Rectortown is December, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rectortown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rectortown, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Rectortown?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Rectortown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rectortown, Virginia, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rectortown in December?

In Rectortown, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rectortown in December?

In Rectortown, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rectortown?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rectortown.

How many hours of daylight does Rectortown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rectortown?

On the first day of December in Rectortown, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rectortown?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rectortown.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rectortown?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rectortown, Virginia, is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rectortown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rectortown 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
Rectortown, VA

Average temperature in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Rectortown, VA

Average pressure in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rectortown, VA

Average wind speed in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rectortown, VA

Average humidity in December - Rectortown, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rectortown, VA

Average rainfall in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Rectortown, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rectortown, VA

Average snowfall in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rectortown, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rectortown, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rectortown, VA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rectortown, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Rectortown, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rectortown, VA

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

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

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