December weather forecast
Branchland, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Branchland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Branchland consistently average a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Branchland, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Branchland are January through April, October through December. In Branchland, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Branchland, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Branchland, West Virginia.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Branchland, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Branchland during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Branchland, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Branchland?

In Branchland, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Branchland in December?

In Branchland, West Virginia, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Branchland in December?

In Branchland, West Virginia, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Branchland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Branchland, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Branchland have in December?

In Branchland, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Branchland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Branchland, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Branchland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Branchland, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Branchland?

The months with the lowest UV index in Branchland, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Branchland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Branchland, WV

Average temperature in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Branchland, WV

Average pressure in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Branchland, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Branchland, WV

Average humidity in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Branchland, WV

Average rainfall in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Branchland, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Branchland, WV

Average snowfall in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Branchland, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Branchland, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Branchland, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Branchland, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Branchland, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Branchland, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Branchland, WV

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

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

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