Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the onset of December, Opal's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Opal's average low-temperature in December is measured at a wintry 32°F (0°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month in Opal, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Opal, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Opal, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Opal, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Opal, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Opal, Virginia.On the first day of December in Opal, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Opal, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Opal?
What is the most humid month in Opal?
What is the average humidity in December in Opal?
How many days does it rain in December in Opal?
How many days does it snow in December in Opal?
What is the month with the shortest days in Opal?
What is the average length of the day in December in Opal?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Opal?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Opal?
How long on average sun shines in December in Opal?
When is the lowest UV index in Opal?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Opal?
Average temperature in December
Opal, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Opal, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Opal, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Opal, VA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Opal, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Opal, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Opal, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Opal, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Opal, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min
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 2min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Opal, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Opal, 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
Opal, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Opal, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, September, October and December (5mi).
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