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, Radford's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, in Radford, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.5 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Radford. In Radford, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Radford, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 17.52" (445mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Radford, Virginia, is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Radford, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Radford, 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
Radford, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Radford, VA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Radford, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Radford, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Radford, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Radford, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Radford, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Radford, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Radford, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Radford, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Radford, 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).
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