December weather forecast
Ridgeview, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgeview, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ridgeview, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgeview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeview, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeview.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ridgeview, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Ridgeview, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ridgeview, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ridgeview, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeview have 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average temperature in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average pressure in December - Ridgeview, 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
Ridgeview, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeview, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeview, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgeview, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ridgeview, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeview, WV

Average visibility in December - Ridgeview, 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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