December weather forecast
Riverview Heights, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riverview Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Riverview Heights's temperature drops to an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverview Heights, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Riverview Heights, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Riverview Heights, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow. In Riverview Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riverview Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Riverview Heights during December?

During December, Riverview Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riverview Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riverview Heights?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Riverview Heights in December?

In December, in Riverview Heights, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverview Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Riverview Heights?

In Riverview Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Riverview Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Riverview Heights, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverview Heights have in December?

In Riverview Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Riverview Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index in Riverview Heights are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Riverview Heights?

In Riverview Heights, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riverview Heights, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Riverview Heights, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 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
Riverview Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverview Heights, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Riverview Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Riverview Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Riverview Heights, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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