December weather forecastArtia, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Artia, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December, Artia anticipates an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Artia, Virginia, is 80%.Rainfall
In Artia, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Artia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Artia are January through May, October through December. In Artia, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Artia, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 22.36" (568mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Artia, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Artia, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Artia, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Artia, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Artia, VA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Artia, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Artia, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Artia, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 4.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Artia, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Artia, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Artia, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Artia, 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
Artia, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Artia, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
