December weather forecastCool Ridge, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Cool Ridge, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).Temperature
The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). In December, Cool Ridge reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) during the nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Cool Ridge, West Virginia, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.1 rainfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cool Ridge, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Cool Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.6 days and aggregates up to 40.2" (1021mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Cool Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Cool Ridge are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Cool Ridge, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Cool Ridge, 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 July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Cool Ridge, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
