December weather forecast
Tazewell, VA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A mild drop in Tazewell's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Tazewell's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Tazewell, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Tazewell, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tazewell, there are 180.1 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tazewell are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Tazewell?

Tazewell in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tazewell?

In Tazewell, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tazewell?

In December, in Tazewell, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Tazewell?

The month with the most snowfall in Tazewell, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Tazewell in December?

In December, in Tazewell, Virginia, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tazewell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tazewell have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tazewell?

On the first day of December in Tazewell, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tazewell have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tazewell is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tazewell?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tazewell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tazewell, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tazewell, VA

Average temperature in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average pressure in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average wind speed in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average humidity in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average rainfall in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average snowfall in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average UV index in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Tazewell, 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
Tazewell, VA

Average visibility in December - Tazewell, 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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