December weather forecast
Sugar Grove, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sugar Grove, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Sugar Grove sees an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sugar Grove, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191 rainfall days, and 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sugar Grove. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 4.8" (122mm) 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 Sugar Grove have in December?

In Sugar Grove, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
Sugar Grove, VA

Average temperature in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average pressure in December - Sugar Grove, 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
Sugar Grove, VA

Average wind speed in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average humidity in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average rainfall in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average snowfall in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sugar Grove, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average UV index in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Sugar Grove, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Sugar Grove, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Sugar Grove, VA

Average visibility in December - Sugar Grove, 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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