December weather forecast
Arcola, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arcola, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

As Arcola, Virginia, enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 53.6°F (12°C) of November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Arcola, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Arcola, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Arcola, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Arcola, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.8 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arcola in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Arcola, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arcola, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arcola, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Arcola, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Arcola, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcola have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

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 reading in December in Arcola?

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

Average temperature in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Arcola, VA

Average pressure in December - Arcola, 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
Arcola, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Arcola, VA

Average humidity in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arcola, VA

Average snowfall in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arcola, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Arcola, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arcola, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Arcola, VA

Average UV index in December - Arcola, 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
Arcola, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Arcola, VA

Average visibility in December - Arcola, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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