December weather forecast
Ridgeway, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgeway, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Ridgeway records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeway, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeway. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeway, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Ridgeway is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ridgeway, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ridgeway in December?

In Ridgeway, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°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 (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average pressure in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average humidity in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeway, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average UV index in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, WV

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

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

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