December weather forecastAugusta, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Augusta, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).Temperature
The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Augusta experiences an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Augusta, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Augusta, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, 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 are January through March, November 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: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Augusta, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
