December weather forecast
Yorkshire, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Yorkshire, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Yorkshire, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Yorkshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Yorkshire, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Yorkshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Yorkshire.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Yorkshire, Virginia, are 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively. 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 calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Yorkshire, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Yorkshire, Virginia, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yorkshire have in December?

In Yorkshire, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Yorkshire have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average temperature in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Yorkshire, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average wind speed in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average humidity in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average rainfall in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average snowfall in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Yorkshire, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Yorkshire, VA

Average UV index in December - Yorkshire, 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
Yorkshire, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Yorkshire, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Yorkshire, VA

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

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

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