December weather forecastCriders, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Criders, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).Temperature
The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In Criders, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Criders, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Criders, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Criders. In Criders, Virginia, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Criders, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Criders are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Criders, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in December
Criders, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Criders, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Criders, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Criders, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Criders, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Criders, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Criders, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Criders, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Criders, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Criders, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Criders, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
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
Criders, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
