December weather forecast
Ripley Landing, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ripley Landing, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.2°F (6.2°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ripley Landing, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ripley Landing, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ripley Landing, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ripley Landing?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ripley Landing, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ripley Landing?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ripley Landing have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ripley Landing, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average temperature in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average humidity in December - Ripley Landing, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley Landing, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ripley Landing, WV

Average UV index in December - Ripley Landing, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Ripley Landing, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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
Ripley Landing, WV

Average visibility in December - Ripley Landing, 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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