December weather forecast
Rock Cave, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rock Cave, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.7°F (5.4°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Rock Cave records an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Rock Cave, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rock Cave, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rock Cave, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rock Cave, West Virginia. In December, in Rock Cave, West Virginia, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rock Cave, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rock Cave is 3.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Rock Cave during December?

December temperatures in Rock Cave vary between a high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rock Cave?

The average relative humidity in December in Rock Cave, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rock Cave?

In Rock Cave, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rock Cave?

In Rock Cave, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rock Cave?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rock Cave?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rock Cave?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rock Cave?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rock Cave, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rock Cave?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rock Cave?

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

Average temperature in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average pressure in December - Rock Cave, 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
Rock Cave, WV

Average wind speed in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average humidity in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average rainfall in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average snowfall in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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
Rock Cave, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rock Cave, 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: 3h and 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average UV index in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Rock Cave, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Rock Cave, WV

Average visibility in December - Rock Cave, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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