December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raines Tavern, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Raines Tavern, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Raines Tavern, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Raines Tavern is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raines Tavern, Virginia, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 100.4°F (38°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 Raines Tavern, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Raines Tavern, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Raines Tavern have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average temperature in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average humidity in December - Raines Tavern, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average rainfall in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average snowfall in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raines Tavern, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Raines Tavern, VA

Average UV index in December - Raines Tavern, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Raines Tavern, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Raines Tavern, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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