Richmond weather in December (Virginia, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Richmond in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In December, Richmond typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 0°C.
Richmond in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 164 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Richmond. April and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richmond climate page with graphs.
Richmond, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
0°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
112 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
68%
Sunshine
164 hours
Percentage Sunshine
55%
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Richmond in December?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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