December weather forecastRich Creek, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rich Creek, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) marks the nights in December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Rich Creek.Rainfall
In Rich Creek, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rich Creek, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rich Creek, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Rich Creek, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Rich Creek is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Rich Creek are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Rich Creek, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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: 4h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Rich Creek, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Rich Creek, VA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
