December weather forecast
Cool Ridge, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cool Ridge, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). In December, Cool Ridge reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cool Ridge, West Virginia, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.1 rainfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cool Ridge, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Cool Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.6 days and aggregates up to 40.2" (1021mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cool Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cool Ridge are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Cool Ridge, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cool Ridge?

In Cool Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cool Ridge, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cool Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cool Ridge?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average temperature in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • 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
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Average wind speed in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average humidity in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • 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: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cool Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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