December weather forecast
Rayburn, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rayburn, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Rayburn, West Virginia, observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Rayburn records an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rayburn, West Virginia, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rayburn, West Virginia. In December, in Rayburn, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rayburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rayburn, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rayburn in December?

December temperatures in Rayburn, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rayburn?

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

How much does it rain in Rayburn in December?

In Rayburn, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rayburn?

In Rayburn, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rayburn?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rayburn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rayburn, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rayburn have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rayburn?

January, February 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 Rayburn?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rayburn, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Rayburn, WV

Average temperature in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°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: 31.3°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rayburn, WV

Average pressure in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rayburn, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rayburn, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Rayburn, WV

Average rainfall in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Rayburn, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rayburn, WV

Average snowfall in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rayburn, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rayburn, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Rayburn, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rayburn, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Rayburn, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rayburn, WV

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

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

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