December weather forecast
Elliston, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Elliston, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights in Elliston is a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elliston, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elliston, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Elliston, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Elliston in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elliston, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Elliston?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Elliston, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Elliston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elliston is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elliston?

In Elliston, Virginia, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elliston in December?

In Elliston, Virginia, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elliston?

The month with the shortest days in Elliston, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elliston?

In Elliston, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elliston?

On the first day of December in Elliston, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elliston have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elliston?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elliston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elliston is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elliston, VA

Average temperature in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elliston, VA

Average pressure in December - Elliston, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Elliston, VA

Average wind speed in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elliston, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elliston, VA

Average rainfall in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elliston, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elliston, VA

Average snowfall in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elliston, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elliston, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elliston, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elliston, VA

Average UV index in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elliston, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Elliston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Elliston, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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