December weather forecast
Augusta, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Augusta, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Augusta temperatures generally rest at a low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In Augusta, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Augusta are January through May, October through December. In Augusta, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Augusta, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Augusta, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Augusta are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Augusta are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Augusta?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Augusta, West Virginia, are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Augusta?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Augusta?

In Augusta, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Augusta?

In Augusta, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Augusta?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Augusta?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Augusta, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Augusta?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Augusta?

In Augusta, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Augusta, West Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in December in Augusta?

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

Average temperature in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Augusta, WV

Average pressure in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Augusta, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Augusta, WV

Average humidity in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Augusta, WV

Average rainfall in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Augusta, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Augusta, WV

Average snowfall in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Augusta, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Augusta, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Augusta, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Augusta, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Augusta, WV

Average UV index in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Augusta, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Augusta, WV

Average visibility in December - Augusta, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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