December weather forecastRaleigh, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Raleigh, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Temperature
A subtle shift in Raleigh's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Raleigh, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Raleigh is 81%.Rainfall
In December, in Raleigh, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Raleigh, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Raleigh, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Raleigh, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Raleigh, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Raleigh, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Raleigh, 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
Raleigh, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Raleigh, 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 (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 7.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Raleigh, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).
Average UV index in December
Raleigh, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Raleigh, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Raleigh, 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).
