December weather forecast
Rice, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rice, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Rice.

Rainfall

In Rice, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Rice, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rice, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Rice, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Rice, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rice are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rice in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rice, is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Rice?

December is the most humid month in Rice, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Rice?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rice in December?

In Rice, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rice?

In Rice, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rice?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rice, Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Rice have in December?

The average day length in December in Rice is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rice?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rice, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rice?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rice, Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Rice have in December?

In Rice, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rice?

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

Average temperature in December - Rice, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rice, VA

Average pressure in December - Rice, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Rice, VA

Average wind speed in December - Rice, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rice, VA

Average humidity in December - Rice, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rice, VA

Average rainfall in December - Rice, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rice, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Rice, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rice, VA

Average snowfall in December - Rice, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rice, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Rice, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rice, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Rice, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rice, VA

Average UV index in December - Rice, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rice, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Rice, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Rice, VA

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

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

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