December weather forecast
Vinton, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Vinton, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vinton, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Vinton, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vinton in December?

Vinton in December has an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Vinton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Vinton, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Vinton, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vinton, VA

Average temperature in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Vinton, VA

Average pressure in December - Vinton, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vinton, VA

Average wind speed in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Vinton, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Vinton, VA

Average rainfall in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Vinton, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vinton, VA

Average snowfall in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vinton, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vinton, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vinton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vinton, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Vinton, VA

Average UV index in December - Vinton, 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
Vinton, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Vinton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Vinton, VA

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

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

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