December weather forecast
Cripple Creek, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cripple Creek, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Cripple Creek, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cripple Creek, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cripple Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Cripple Creek, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cripple Creek is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cripple Creek in December?

During December, Cripple Creek experiences an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cripple Creek, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cripple Creek, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cripple Creek have in December?

In December, the average day length in Cripple Creek is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cripple Creek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Cripple Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cripple Creek, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average pressure in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average wind speed in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average humidity in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average rainfall in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average snowfall in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average UV index in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Cripple Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cripple Creek, VA

Average visibility in December - Cripple Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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