December weather forecast
Gay, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gay, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout December nights, Gay registers an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gay, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gay, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gay are January through May, October through December. In Gay, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Gay, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gay.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Gay, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gay, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gay are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gay during December?

In Gay, 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. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gay?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gay in December?

In Gay, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gay in December?

In Gay, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gay?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gay have in December?

In Gay, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gay?

On the first day of December in Gay, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gay?

In Gay, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gay?

In Gay, 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
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Average temperature in December - Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Gay, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gay, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Gay, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Gay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Gay, 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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