December weather forecast
Ravenswood, WV

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December welcomes back the winter chill in Ravenswood. The temperatures plummet from the past month, reaching lows of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Alongside, increased precipitation levels bring a considerable amount of snow, measuring around 2.83" (72mm). However, the city beautifully incorporates the winter spirit into holiday celebrations, making December an enchantingly festive month in Ravenswood, West Virginia.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December in Ravenswood, reducing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Ravenswood witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ravenswood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ravenswood. In Ravenswood, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ravenswood, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ravenswood, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ravenswood, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ravenswood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ravenswood during December are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ravenswood?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ravenswood?

In December, in Ravenswood, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ravenswood?

In Ravenswood, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ravenswood?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Ravenswood is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ravenswood?

On the first day of December in Ravenswood, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ravenswood?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ravenswood, West Virginia, is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ravenswood?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ravenswood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ravenswood 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
Ravenswood, WV

Average temperature in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average pressure in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ravenswood, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Ravenswood, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ravenswood, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average UV index in December - Ravenswood, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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
Ravenswood, WV

Average visibility in December - Ravenswood, 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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