December weather forecastHighland Springs, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Highland Springs, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 35.6°F (2°C).Temperature
Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Highland Springs records an average nighttime low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) throughout December.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Highland Springs, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highland Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Highland Springs, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Highland Springs, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Highland Springs, Virginia, are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Highland Springs, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Highland Springs, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Highland Springs, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Highland Springs, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
