December weather forecastColumbia, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Columbia, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 47.8°F (8.8°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Columbia's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Columbia, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Columbia, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 47.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbia, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbia, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbia, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbia, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbia, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbia, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbia, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Columbia, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbia, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Columbia, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Columbia, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).
