December weather forecast
Ridgeley, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgeley, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). December in Ridgeley generally records an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Ridgeley, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Ridgeley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ridgeley. In Ridgeley, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ridgeley, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeley, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Ridgeley, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeley, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ridgeley during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeley, records 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgeley?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ridgeley in December?

In Ridgeley, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ridgeley in December?

In Ridgeley, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgeley?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeley.

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

The average day length in December in Ridgeley is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridgeley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ridgeley, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ridgeley?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ridgeley?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeley.

How high is the UV index in December in Ridgeley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ridgeley, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average temperature in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°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 (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average pressure in December - Ridgeley, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average humidity in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average UV index in December - Ridgeley, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgeley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Ridgeley, WV

Average visibility in December - Ridgeley, 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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