December weather forecast
Rapidan Woods, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rapidan Woods, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapidan Woods, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rapidan Woods, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Rapidan Woods is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rapidan Woods, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rapidan Woods?

In Rapidan Woods, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rapidan Woods have in December?

In Rapidan Woods, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rapidan Woods?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rapidan Woods?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rapidan Woods, Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Rapidan Woods, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average temperature in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average pressure in December - Rapidan Woods, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average humidity in December - Rapidan Woods, 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
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average rainfall in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average snowfall in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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 Woods, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rapidan Woods, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average UV index in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Rapidan Woods, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average visibility in December - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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