December weather forecast
Achilles, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Achilles, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.2°F (10.1°C) and min 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). During December, Achilles experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Achilles, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Achilles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Achilles. In Achilles, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Achilles, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Achilles is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Achilles. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Achilles?

The high-temperature, in December, in Achilles, records 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Achilles?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Achilles?

The average relative humidity in December in Achilles is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Achilles?

In Achilles, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Achilles?

In Achilles, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Achilles?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Achilles?

In Achilles, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Achilles?

On the first day of December in Achilles, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Achilles have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Achilles is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Achilles?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Achilles?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Achilles is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Achilles, VA

Average temperature in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Achilles, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Achilles, VA

Average wind speed in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Achilles, VA

Average humidity in December - Achilles, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Achilles, VA

Average rainfall in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
Achilles, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Achilles, VA

Average snowfall in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Achilles, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Achilles, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Achilles, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Achilles, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Achilles, VA

Average UV index in December - Achilles, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Achilles, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Achilles, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Achilles, VA

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

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

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