December weather forecast
Ripley, WV

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Weather in December

Ripley, West Virginia welcomes the festive month of December with winter's firm grip on the city. A chill in the air and the consistent reduction in temperature, plunging to an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C), contribute to the dreamy winter wonderland setting. Candles flicker through frosty windows, holiday decorations sparkle under the snowfall, and families gather around fireplaces for warmth. Joyful experiences in Ripley reach their zenith with the arrival of this winter wonderland mixed with festive cheer.

Temperature

As December commences in Ripley, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

In Ripley, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.3 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ripley, West Virginia, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ripley is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ripley, sunrise is at 7:26 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 December, the average sunshine in Ripley is 4.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ripley in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ripley?

In December, in Ripley, West Virginia, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ripley?

The month with the shortest days in Ripley is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ripley have in December?

In Ripley, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ripley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 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 Ripley?

In Ripley, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ripley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ripley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ripley, WV

Average temperature in December - Ripley, 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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ripley, WV

Average pressure in December - Ripley, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ripley, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ripley, WV

Average humidity in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ripley, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ripley, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ripley, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Ripley, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ripley, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ripley, WV

Average UV index in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ripley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Ripley, WV

Average visibility in December - Ripley, 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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