December weather forecast
Rapidan, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rapidan, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Rapidan experiences a mean low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapidan, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rapidan, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rapidan, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rapidan in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rapidan, is 46.4°F (8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rapidan, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

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 Rapidan have in December?

In Rapidan, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapidan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 in Rapidan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rapidan, VA

Average temperature in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rapidan, VA

Average wind speed in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rapidan, VA

Average humidity in December - Rapidan, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rapidan, VA

Average snowfall in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Rapidan, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rapidan, 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 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rapidan, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Rapidan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rapidan, VA

Average UV index in December - Rapidan, 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
Rapidan, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Rapidan, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Rapidan, VA

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

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

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