December weather forecast
Riverlake, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riverlake, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Riverlake, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December 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 are January through April, October through December. In Riverlake, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverlake, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Riverlake is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, in Riverlake, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Riverlake is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Riverlake are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Riverlake?

The high-temperature in Riverlake during December is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riverlake?

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

How much does it rain in Riverlake in December?

In Riverlake, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Riverlake?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverlake?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Riverlake, West Virginia.

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

In December, the average day length in Riverlake, West Virginia, is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riverlake?

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.

How long on average sun shines in December in Riverlake?

The average sunshine duration in December in Riverlake, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Riverlake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Riverlake?

In Riverlake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riverlake, WV

Average temperature in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Riverlake, WV

Average pressure in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Riverlake, WV

Average wind speed in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Riverlake, WV

Average humidity in December - Riverlake, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riverlake, WV

Average rainfall in December - Riverlake, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Riverlake, WV

Average snowfall in December - Riverlake, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Riverlake, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverlake, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riverlake, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Riverlake, WV

Average UV index in December - Riverlake, 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
Riverlake, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Riverlake, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Riverlake, WV

Average visibility in December - Riverlake, 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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