December weather forecast
Ranger, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ranger, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

In Ranger, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Ranger's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ranger, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ranger, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ranger, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ranger in December?

In December, in Ranger, the average high-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Ranger, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ranger, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ranger.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ranger, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranger have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ranger, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ranger, WV

Average temperature in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ranger, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ranger, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ranger, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Ranger, 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 August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ranger, 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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