December weather forecast
Ridgeway, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ridgeway, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). An average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Ridgeway.

Rainfall

In December, in Ridgeway, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.3 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeway, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ridgeway, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeway are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ridgeway?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeway, is 42.8°F (6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Ridgeway?

The months with the highest humidity in Ridgeway, West Virginia, are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgeway?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ridgeway, West Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ridgeway?

In Ridgeway, West Virginia, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ridgeway in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgeway?

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 Ridgeway?

The average day length in December in Ridgeway is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridgeway?

On the first day of December in Ridgeway, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ridgeway?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ridgeway is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ridgeway?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ridgeway?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average temperature in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average pressure in December - Ridgeway, 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
Ridgeway, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average humidity in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeway, 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: 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridgeway, WV

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, WV

Average visibility in December - Ridgeway, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).

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