December weather forecastBirds Creek, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Birds Creek, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°F (4.1°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Temperature
The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Birds Creek throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Birds Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated. In Birds Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Birds Creek, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Birds Creek, 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
Birds Creek, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 8.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Birds Creek, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).
Average UV index in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Birds Creek, WV
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).
