December weather forecast
Caret, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Caret, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). During December, Caret observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Caret, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Caret, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Caret, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Caret, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Caret in December?

Caret in December has an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Caret, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Caret have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Caret, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Caret, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Caret, VA

Average temperature in December - Caret, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°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 (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Caret, VA

Average pressure in December - Caret, 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
Caret, VA

Average wind speed in December - Caret, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Caret, VA

Average humidity in December - Caret, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Caret, VA

Average rainfall in December - Caret, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Caret, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Caret, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caret, VA

Average snowfall in December - Caret, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caret, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Caret, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Caret, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Caret, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Caret, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Caret, VA

Average UV index in December - Caret, 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
Caret, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Caret, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Caret, VA

Average visibility in December - Caret, 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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