December weather forecast
Sand Ridge, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sand Ridge, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sand Ridge, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sand Ridge. In December, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sand Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. 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 December cold in Sand Ridge?

In Sand Ridge, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°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 computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sand Ridge?

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

How much does it rain in Sand Ridge in December?

In December, in Sand Ridge, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sand Ridge in December?

In December, in Sand Ridge, West Virginia, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sand Ridge?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sand Ridge?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sand Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sand Ridge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sand Ridge is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sand Ridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sand Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sand Ridge 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
Sand Ridge, WV

Average temperature in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sand Ridge, WV

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

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Average wind speed in December
Sand Ridge, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average humidity in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Sand Ridge, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sand Ridge, 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 0min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average UV index in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sand Ridge, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sand Ridge, WV

Average visibility in December - Sand Ridge, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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