December weather forecast
Shack Mills, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Shack Mills, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Shack Mills's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Shack Mills, Virginia, experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In Shack Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shack Mills, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Shack Mills, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 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 in Shack Mills. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Shack Mills?

Shack Mills in December has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shack Mills?

In Shack Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shack Mills in December?

In Shack Mills, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Shack Mills?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Shack Mills?

In Shack Mills, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shack Mills?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shack Mills have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shack Mills?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shack Mills, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shack Mills?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shack Mills?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shack Mills?

In Shack Mills, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shack Mills, VA

Average temperature in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average pressure in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average wind speed in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average humidity in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average rainfall in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average snowfall in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average UV index in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Shack Mills, 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
Shack Mills, VA

Average visibility in December - Shack Mills, 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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