December weather forecast
Racine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Racine, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, Racine consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Racine, West Virginia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Racine, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Racine are January through May, October through December. In Racine, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Racine, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Racine. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Racine in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Racine, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Racine?

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

How much does it rain in Racine in December?

In Racine, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Racine?

In Racine, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Racine?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Racine?

In December, the average day length in Racine, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Racine?

On the first day of December in Racine, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Racine?

In Racine, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Racine?

The months with the lowest UV index in Racine, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Racine?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Racine, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Racine, WV

Average temperature in December - Racine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Racine, WV

Average pressure in December - Racine, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Racine, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Racine, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Racine, WV

Average rainfall in December - Racine, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Racine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Racine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Racine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Racine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Racine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Racine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Racine, WV

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Racine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Racine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Racine, WV

Average UV index in December - Racine, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Racine, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Racine, WV

Average visibility in December - Racine, 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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