December weather forecast
South Hill, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in South Hill, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, South Hill's average high-temperature eases from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). South Hill, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In South Hill, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Hill, records 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In South Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in South Hill, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Hill have in December?

In South Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Hill?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Hill, VA

Average temperature in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
South Hill, VA

Average pressure in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Hill, VA

Average wind speed in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Hill, VA

Average humidity in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
South Hill, VA

Average rainfall in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
South Hill, VA

Average rainfall days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Hill, VA

Average snowfall in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Hill, VA

Average snowfall days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Hill, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Hill, VA

Average sunshine days in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
South Hill, VA

Average UV index in December - South Hill, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
South Hill, VA

Average cloud cover in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
South Hill, VA

Average visibility in December - South Hill, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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