December weather forecastBendolph, WV

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bendolph, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Bendolph records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). In December, Bendolph reports a consistent average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bendolph, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bendolph, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Bendolph, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

In Bendolph, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

In Bendolph, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Bendolph, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bendolph, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

In Bendolph, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

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

In Bendolph, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Bendolph, WV

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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