December weather forecastRichmond, Canada
December
Weather in December
Come December, the full force of winter grips Richmond. The city records the coldest average minimum temperatures of the year, a chilling 0.8°C (33.4°F). A substantial volume of rainfall, nearly 197mm (7.76"), encapsulates the city in wet and frosty conditions over approximately 19.4 days. December ushers in heavy snowfall, with a substantial 72mm (2.83") accumulating over 3.3 days. As days become shorter and sunshine hours decrease, the festive spirit in Richmond enhances the city's charm in the face of the winter chill.Temperature
December is the coldest month of the year in Richmond, registering average temperatures as high as 4.1°C (39.4°F) and as low as 0.8°C (33.4°F).Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in December, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 197mm (7.76") of accumulated precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.4 days and collects up to 1439mm (56.65") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Richmond are January through April, November and December. In Richmond, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 72mm (2.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 293mm (11.54") of snow.Sea temperature
In Richmond, Canada, in December, the average water temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).Note: Staying in 7.7°C (45.9°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Richmond, Canada, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: 4.1°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 0.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (0.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1018.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 197mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (222mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (28mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 72mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (98mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: 7.7°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (6.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Richmond, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).
