December weather forecast
New Richmond, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in New Richmond, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). New Richmond's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in New Richmond, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Richmond, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in New Richmond, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in New Richmond, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in New Richmond in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in New Richmond, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Richmond?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Richmond, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Richmond?

In December, in New Richmond, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Richmond in December?

In New Richmond, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Richmond?

The month with the shortest days in New Richmond, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Richmond have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Richmond?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Richmond, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Richmond have in December?

In New Richmond, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Richmond?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Richmond, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in December in New Richmond?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Richmond, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Richmond, WV

Average temperature in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Richmond, WV

Average pressure in December - New Richmond, 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
New Richmond, WV

Average wind speed in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
New Richmond, WV

Average humidity in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
New Richmond, WV

Average rainfall in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
New Richmond, WV

Average rainfall days in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Richmond, WV

Average snowfall in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Richmond, WV

Average snowfall days in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Richmond, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Richmond, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Richmond, WV

Average sunshine days in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
New Richmond, WV

Average UV index in December - New Richmond, WV
  • 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
New Richmond, WV

Average cloud cover in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
New Richmond, WV

Average visibility in December - New Richmond, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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