December weather forecast
Zacata, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Zacata, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

Zacata in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). In Zacata, the December nights cool down to an average low of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zacata, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Zacata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Zacata, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Zacata, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Zacata are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Zacata in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Zacata, is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

May 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 Zacata, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Zacata have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Zacata, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Zacata have in December?

In Zacata, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°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 (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Zacata, VA

Average pressure in December - Zacata, 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
Zacata, VA

Average wind speed in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Zacata, VA

Average humidity in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Zacata, VA

Average rainfall in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Zacata, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zacata, VA

Average snowfall in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zacata, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Zacata, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zacata, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zacata, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Zacata, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Zacata, VA

Average UV index in December - Zacata, 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
Zacata, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Zacata, 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
Zacata, VA

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

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

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