December weather forecast
Riverlake, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riverlake, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverlake, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Riverlake, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Riverlake, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riverlake, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Riverlake experiences an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riverlake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Riverlake, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Riverlake, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riverlake, WV

Average temperature in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Riverlake, WV

Average pressure in December - Riverlake, 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
Riverlake, WV

Average wind speed in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Riverlake, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Riverlake, WV

Average rainfall in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riverlake, WV

Average snowfall in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Riverlake, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverlake, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Riverlake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Riverlake, WV

Average UV index in December - Riverlake, 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
Riverlake, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Riverlake, WV

Average visibility in December - Riverlake, 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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