December weather forecast
Raphine, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raphine, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Raphine tends to fall to a consistent average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Raphine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Raphine, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Raphine, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Raphine is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Raphine, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raphine 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Raphine?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Raphine, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raphine?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Raphine in December?

In Raphine, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Raphine in December?

In Raphine, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raphine?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Raphine have in December?

The average day length in December in Raphine is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Raphine?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Raphine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Raphine.

How many hours of sunshine does Raphine have in December?

In Raphine, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raphine?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Raphine?

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

Average temperature in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raphine, VA

Average pressure in December - Raphine, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Raphine, VA

Average wind speed in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raphine, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raphine, VA

Average rainfall in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raphine, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raphine, VA

Average snowfall in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raphine, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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
Raphine, VA

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raphine, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raphine, VA

Average UV index in December - Raphine, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Raphine, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Raphine, VA

Average visibility in December - Raphine, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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