December weather forecast
Wardtown, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wardtown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Wardtown's nights in December maintain a consistent average of 42.1°F (5.6°C), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wardtown is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 0.87" (22mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Wardtown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wardtown, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Wardtown, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Wardtown, Virginia. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wardtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Wardtown, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wardtown, VA

Average temperature in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Wardtown, VA

Average pressure in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wardtown, VA

Average wind speed in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wardtown, VA

Average humidity in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wardtown, VA

Average rainfall in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Wardtown, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wardtown, VA

Average snowfall in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wardtown, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wardtown, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wardtown, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wardtown, VA

Average UV index in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wardtown, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Wardtown, VA

Average visibility in December - Wardtown, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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