December weather forecast
Thaxton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Thaxton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.5°F (0.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Thaxton are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Thaxton, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thaxton, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Thaxton, is 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Thaxton?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Thaxton, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Thaxton, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thaxton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Thaxton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thaxton, VA

Average temperature in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Thaxton, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thaxton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Thaxton, VA

Average humidity in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Thaxton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Thaxton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thaxton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thaxton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.6 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
Thaxton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thaxton, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Thaxton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Thaxton, VA

Average UV index in December - Thaxton, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Thaxton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Thaxton, VA

Average visibility in December - Thaxton, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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