December weather forecast
Shawver Mill, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Shawver Mill, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, Shawver Mill witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shawver Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.1 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shawver Mill. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Shawver Mill, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shawver Mill, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Shawver Mill?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shawver Mill, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average temperature in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average pressure in December - Shawver Mill, 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
Shawver Mill, VA

Average wind speed in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average humidity in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average rainfall in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average snowfall in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawver Mill, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average UV index in December - Shawver Mill, 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
Shawver Mill, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Shawver Mill, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Shawver Mill, VA

Average visibility in December - Shawver Mill, 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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