December weather forecast
Bowden, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Bowden, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). In Bowden, an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bowden, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bowden, there are 197.4 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Bowden, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bowden, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bowden are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bowden?

Bowden in December has an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bowden?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bowden?

In Bowden, in December, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bowden?

In Bowden, West Virginia, in December, during 13.2 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bowden?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bowden have in December?

In Bowden, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bowden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bowden, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bowden is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bowden?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bowden.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bowden?

In Bowden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Bowden, WV

Average temperature in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bowden, WV

Average pressure in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bowden, WV

Average wind speed in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bowden, WV

Average humidity in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bowden, WV

Average rainfall in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bowden, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bowden, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bowden, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 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
Bowden, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bowden, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bowden, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bowden, WV

Average UV index in December - Bowden, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bowden, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Bowden, WV

Average visibility in December - Bowden, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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