December weather forecast
Ranson, WV

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Weather in December

December in Ranson finally ushers in the winter season. A noticeable drop in temperature from November and limited daylight hours significantly change the climate. Snowfall starts to become a regular occurrence again after the preceding November. It's a time when residents make the most of indoor activities, as outdoor plans could get disrupted by snowfall. With the arrival of this month, the cycle of seasons completes its full round, setting the stage for the city to welcome a fresh New Year.

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout December, Ranson encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Ranson.

Rainfall

In Ranson, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Ranson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ranson, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ranson is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ranson, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ranson, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Ranson, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ranson, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ranson, WV

Average temperature in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ranson, WV

Average pressure in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ranson, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ranson, WV

Average humidity in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ranson, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Ranson, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ranson, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ranson, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ranson, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ranson, WV

Average UV index in December - Ranson, 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
Ranson, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ranson, WV

Average visibility in December - Ranson, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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