December weather forecastCatawba, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Catawba, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Catawba records an average nighttime low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout December.Humidity
May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Catawba, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Catawba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Catawba, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Catawba, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Catawba, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Catawba, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Catawba. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Catawba, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Catawba, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Catawba, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Catawba, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Catawba, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Catawba, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Catawba, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Catawba, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Catawba, 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: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Catawba, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Catawba, 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
Catawba, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Catawba, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
