December weather forecast
Reid, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Reid, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Reid, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Reid, West Virginia. In December, in Reid, West Virginia, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) 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 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Reid, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Reid?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Reid, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Reid, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Reid, WV

Average temperature in December - Reid, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Reid, WV

Average pressure in December - Reid, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Reid, WV

Average wind speed in December - Reid, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Reid, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Reid, WV

Average rainfall in December - Reid, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Reid, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Reid, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Reid, WV

Average snowfall in December - Reid, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
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 - Reid, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 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
Reid, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Reid, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Reid, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Reid, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Reid, WV

Average UV index in December - Reid, 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
Reid, WV

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

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
Reid, WV

Average visibility in December - Reid, 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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