December weather forecast
Rock Oak, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rock Oak, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Rock Oak's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout the nights in December, Rock Oak experiences an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rock Oak, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rock Oak, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rock Oak, West Virginia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Rock Oak during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rock Oak are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rock Oak?

In Rock Oak, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rock Oak?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rock Oak in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rock Oak?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rock Oak, West Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Rock Oak?

In December, the average day length in Rock Oak, West Virginia, is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rock Oak?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Rock Oak?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rock Oak, West Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock Oak have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rock Oak, West Virginia, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rock Oak?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rock Oak, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rock Oak?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average temperature in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average pressure in December - Rock Oak, 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
Rock Oak, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average humidity in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average rainfall in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average snowfall in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rock Oak, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average UV index in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rock Oak, WV

Average visibility in December - Rock Oak, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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