December weather forecastRidersville, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Ridersville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 41°F (5°C).Temperature
The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41°F (5°C). During December, Ridersville consistently records a temperature low averaging a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Ridersville, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridersville, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ridersville, West Virginia. In Ridersville, West Virginia, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ridersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.1 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Ridersville is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December in Ridersville, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 41°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 (36°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 1.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Ridersville, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
