December weather forecast
Mendota, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mendota, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

In Mendota, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). In December, Mendota's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Mendota, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mendota, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Mendota, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mendota, Virginia, are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Mendota, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Mendota, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mendota is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mendota, Virginia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mendota in December?

During December, Mendota experiences an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mendota?

In Mendota, Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Mendota in December?

In Mendota, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Mendota?

The month with the most snowfall in Mendota, Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mendota in December?

In Mendota, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mendota?

The month with the shortest days in Mendota is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mendota have in December?

In Mendota, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mendota?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mendota?

In Mendota, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mendota?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mendota?

In Mendota, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mendota, VA

Average temperature in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mendota, VA

Average pressure in December - Mendota, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mendota, VA

Average wind speed in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mendota, VA

Average humidity in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mendota, VA

Average rainfall in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mendota, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mendota, VA

Average snowfall in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mendota, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Mendota, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mendota, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mendota, VA

Average UV index in December - Mendota, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mendota, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Mendota, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Mendota, VA

Average visibility in December - Mendota, 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).

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