December weather forecast
Cardinal, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Cardinal, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

In Cardinal, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). In Cardinal, in December, the average low-temperature is a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Cardinal, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cardinal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cardinal, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cardinal is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Cardinal, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cardinal is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Cardinal?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cardinal, is 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°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 appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Cardinal?

The most humid month in Cardinal is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Cardinal?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Cardinal in December?

In Cardinal, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cardinal?

In Cardinal, Virginia, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cardinal?

The month with the shortest days in Cardinal is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cardinal have in December?

In Cardinal, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cardinal?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cardinal, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cardinal?

In Cardinal, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cardinal?

In Cardinal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Cardinal, VA

Average temperature in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cardinal, VA

Average pressure in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cardinal, VA

Average wind speed in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cardinal, VA

Average humidity in December - Cardinal, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cardinal, VA

Average rainfall in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Cardinal, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cardinal, VA

Average snowfall in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cardinal, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Cardinal, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cardinal, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cardinal, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cardinal, VA

Average UV index in December - Cardinal, 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
Cardinal, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Cardinal, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Cardinal, VA

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

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

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