December weather forecast
Henrico, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Henrico, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Henrico's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). December in Henrico, North Carolina, sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Henrico are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Henrico, North Carolina, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Henrico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Henrico, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Henrico?

The high-temperature, in December, in Henrico, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Henrico?

The months with the highest humidity in Henrico are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Henrico?

The average relative humidity in December in Henrico is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Henrico?

In Henrico, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Henrico?

In Henrico, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Henrico?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Henrico.

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

The average day length in December in Henrico is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Henrico?

On the first day of December in Henrico, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Henrico?

The months with the least sunshine in Henrico, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Henrico?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Henrico, North Carolina, is 5.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Henrico, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Henrico?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Henrico is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Henrico, NC

Average temperature in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Henrico, NC

Average pressure in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Henrico, NC

Average wind speed in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Henrico, NC

Average humidity in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Henrico, NC

Average rainfall in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Henrico, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Henrico, NC

Average snowfall in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Henrico, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Henrico, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Henrico, NC
  • 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Henrico, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Henrico, NC

Average UV index in December - Henrico, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Henrico, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Henrico, NC

Average visibility in December - Henrico, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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