December weather forecast
Rainelle, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rainelle, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is expected in Rainelle during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rainelle is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rainelle, West Virginia, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rainelle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rainelle are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rainelle.
On the first day of December in Rainelle, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rainelle are January through March, 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 the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Rainelle during December?

In Rainelle, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rainelle?

The average relative humidity in December in Rainelle is 83%.

How much does it rain in Rainelle in December?

In Rainelle, West Virginia, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rainelle?

In Rainelle, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rainelle?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rainelle?

In December, the average day length in Rainelle is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rainelle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rainelle, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rainelle?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rainelle, West Virginia, is 4.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rainelle are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Rainelle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rainelle, WV

Average temperature in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Rainelle, WV

Average pressure in December - Rainelle, 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
Rainelle, WV

Average wind speed in December - Rainelle, 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
Rainelle, WV

Average humidity in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Rainelle, WV

Average rainfall in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Rainelle, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rainelle, WV

Average snowfall in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rainelle, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rainelle, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rainelle, WV

Average UV index in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rainelle, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Rainelle, WV

Average visibility in December - Rainelle, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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