December weather forecast
Grimes, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Grimes, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Grimes experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Grimes, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Grimes, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Grimes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grimes, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Grimes, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grimes are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. 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

How cold is December in Grimes?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Grimes, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grimes?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Grimes in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grimes in December?

In Grimes, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grimes?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Grimes.

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

The average day length in December in Grimes is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Grimes?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grimes?

In Grimes, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grimes?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grimes, Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Grimes?

In Grimes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grimes, VA

Average temperature in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grimes, VA

Average pressure in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grimes, VA

Average wind speed in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grimes, VA

Average humidity in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grimes, VA

Average rainfall in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grimes, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Grimes, VA

Average snowfall in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grimes, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grimes, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grimes, VA

Average UV index in December - Grimes, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Grimes, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Grimes, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Grimes, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, September and October (5mi).

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