December weather forecastGladstone, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Gladstone, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).Temperature
The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 34°F (1.1°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gladstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gladstone, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Gladstone is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 48°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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
Gladstone, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gladstone, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Gladstone, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
