December weather forecastRiver Bend, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in River Bend, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).Temperature
The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). River Bend witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in River Bend are January through April, October through December. In River Bend, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In River Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
River Bend, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.5°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 (25.9°F).
Average pressure in December
River Bend, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
River Bend, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
River Bend, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in December
River Bend, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").
Average rainfall days in December
River Bend, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
River Bend, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
River Bend, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
River Bend, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 12min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
River Bend, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 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
River Bend, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
River Bend, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
River Bend, 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).
