December weather forecast
Raleigh, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Raleigh, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Raleigh's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Raleigh, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Raleigh is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Raleigh, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Raleigh, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Raleigh, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Raleigh, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Raleigh?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Raleigh, West Virginia, during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raleigh?

In December, the average relative humidity in Raleigh is 81%.

How much does it rain in Raleigh in December?

In Raleigh, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Raleigh?

In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raleigh?

December has the shortest days of the year in Raleigh, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Raleigh have in December?

The average day length in December in Raleigh, West Virginia, is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Raleigh?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Raleigh have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Raleigh, West Virginia, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Raleigh?

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

Average temperature in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Raleigh, WV

Average pressure in December - Raleigh, 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
Raleigh, WV

Average wind speed in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Raleigh, WV

Average humidity in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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
Raleigh, WV

Average rainfall in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Raleigh, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Raleigh, WV

Average snowfall in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Raleigh, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raleigh, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Raleigh, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Raleigh, WV

Average UV index in December - Raleigh, 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
Raleigh, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Raleigh, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Raleigh, WV

Average visibility in December - Raleigh, 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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