December weather forecast
Rock View, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rock View, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rock View, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rock View, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Rock View, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rock View, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.3 days and aggregates up to 8.66" (220mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rock View is 4.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rock View, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rock View, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rock View, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rock View have in December?

In Rock View, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rock View?

In Rock View, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rock View, WV

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

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Rock View, WV

Average humidity in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Rock View, WV

Average rainfall in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Rock View, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rock View, WV

Average snowfall in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rock View, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rock View, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rock View, WV

Average UV index in December - Rock View, 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
Rock View, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Rock View, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Rock View, 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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