December weather forecast
Red Ash, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Red Ash, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Red Ash's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Red Ash, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Red Ash, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Red Ash during December is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Red Ash, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Red Ash, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Red Ash?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Ash have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Red Ash, VA

Average temperature in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Red Ash, VA

Average pressure in December - Red Ash, 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
Red Ash, VA

Average wind speed in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Red Ash, VA

Average humidity in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Red Ash, VA

Average rainfall in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Red Ash, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Red Ash, VA

Average snowfall in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Red Ash, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Red Ash, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Red Ash, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Red Ash, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Ash, VA

Average UV index in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Red Ash, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Red Ash, VA

Average visibility in December - Red Ash, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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