December weather forecast
Whitetop, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Whitetop, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Whitetop.

Rainfall

In Whitetop, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whitetop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Whitetop are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7 days and accumulates 6.5" (165mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Whitetop, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whitetop 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Whitetop during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Whitetop, is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Whitetop?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Whitetop?

The average relative humidity in December in Whitetop, Virginia, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Whitetop in December?

In Whitetop, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Whitetop?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Whitetop, Virginia. Snow falls for 7 days and accumulates 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Whitetop in December?

In Whitetop, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitetop?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitetop have in December?

In December, the average day length in Whitetop, Virginia, is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Whitetop?

On the first day of December in Whitetop, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitetop have in December?

In Whitetop, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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 reading in December in Whitetop?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Whitetop is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitetop, VA

Average temperature in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitetop, VA

Average pressure in December - Whitetop, 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
Whitetop, VA

Average wind speed in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitetop, VA

Average humidity in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitetop, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitetop, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitetop, VA

Average UV index in December - Whitetop, 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
Whitetop, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Whitetop, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Whitetop, VA

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

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

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