December weather forecast
Ragland, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ragland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Ragland's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ragland is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ragland, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ragland, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ragland are January through May, October through December. In Ragland, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ragland, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ragland.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Ragland, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ragland, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Ragland?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ragland?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ragland is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ragland in December?

In Ragland, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ragland?

In Ragland, West Virginia, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ragland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ragland have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ragland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ragland, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ragland have in December?

In Ragland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ragland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ragland?

In Ragland, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ragland, WV

Average temperature in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ragland, WV

Average pressure in December - Ragland, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ragland, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ragland, WV

Average humidity in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ragland, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Ragland, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ragland, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ragland, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ragland, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ragland, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ragland, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ragland, WV

Average UV index in December - Ragland, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ragland, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ragland, WV

Average visibility in December - Ragland, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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